CVE-2019-4620
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.35%
Last modified
CVE-2019-4620 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM MQ Appliance 8.0 and 9.0 LTS could allow a local attacker to bypass security restrictions caused by improper validation of environment variables. IBM X-Force ID: 168863.. EPSS estimates a 0.35% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM MQ Appliance 8.0 and 9.0 LTS could allow a local attacker to bypass security restrictions caused by improper validation of environment variables. IBM X-Force ID: 168863.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Mq Appliance | >= 8.0.0.0, < 8.0.0.14 |
| Ibm | Mq Appliance | >= 9.1.0, < 9.1.4 |
| Ibm | Mq Appliance | >= 9.1.0.0, < 9.1.0.4 |
References
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/168863VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/1125891Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/168863VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/1125891Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-4620?
IBM MQ Appliance 8.0 and 9.0 LTS could allow a local attacker to bypass security restrictions caused by improper validation of environment variables. IBM X-Force ID: 168863.
How severe is CVE-2019-4620?
CVE-2019-4620 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.35% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-4620?
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.
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