CVE-2019-4406
MEDIUMCVSS 4.4/10EPSS 0.30%
Last modified
CVE-2019-4406 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.4/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM Spectrum Protect Backup-Archive Client 7.1 and 8.1 may be vulnerable to a denial of service attack due to a timing issue between client and server TCP/IP communications. IBM X-Force ID: 162477.. EPSS estimates a 0.30% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM Spectrum Protect Backup-Archive Client 7.1 and 8.1 may be vulnerable to a denial of service attack due to a timing issue between client and server TCP/IP communications. IBM X-Force ID: 162477.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Spectrum Protect Backup-Archive Client | >= 7.1.0.0, <= 7.1.8.6 |
| Ibm | Spectrum Protect Backup-Archive Client | >= 8.1.0.0, <= 8.1.8.0 |
References
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/162477VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/1107777Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/162477VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/1107777Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-4406?
IBM Spectrum Protect Backup-Archive Client 7.1 and 8.1 may be vulnerable to a denial of service attack due to a timing issue between client and server TCP/IP communications. IBM X-Force ID: 162477.
How severe is CVE-2019-4406?
CVE-2019-4406 has a CVSS score of 4.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.30% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-4406?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
Are you affected by CVE-2019-4406?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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