CVE-2020-4246
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CVE-2020-4246 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.1/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM Security Identity Governance and Intelligence 5.2.6 is vulnerable to an XML External Entity Injection (XXE) attack when processing XML data. A remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability to expose sensitive information or consume memory resources. EPSS estimates a 1.40% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM Security Identity Governance and Intelligence 5.2.6 is vulnerable to an XML External Entity Injection (XXE) attack when processing XML data. A remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability to expose sensitive information or consume memory resources. IBM X-Force ID: 175481.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:L
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Security Identity Governance And Intelligence | 5.2.6 |
References
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/175481VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6207902Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/175481VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6207902Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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