CVE-2020-4270
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.49%
Last modified
CVE-2020-4270 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM QRadar 7.3.0 to 7.3.3 Patch 2 could allow a local user to gain escalated privileges due to weak file permissions. IBM X-ForceID: 175846.. EPSS estimates a 0.49% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM QRadar 7.3.0 to 7.3.3 Patch 2 could allow a local user to gain escalated privileges due to weak file permissions. IBM X-ForceID: 175846.
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 | Qradar Security Information And Event Manager | >= 7.3.0, < 7.3.3 |
| Ibm | Qradar Security Information And Event Manager | 7.3.3 |
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/157335/QRadar-Community-Edition-7.3.1.6-Insecure-File-Permissions.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2020/Apr/38Exploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/175846VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6189657Vendor Advisory
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/157335/QRadar-Community-Edition-7.3.1.6-Insecure-File-Permissions.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2020/Apr/38Exploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/175846VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6189657Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-4270?
IBM QRadar 7.3.0 to 7.3.3 Patch 2 could allow a local user to gain escalated privileges due to weak file permissions. IBM X-ForceID: 175846.
How severe is CVE-2020-4270?
CVE-2020-4270 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.49% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-4270?
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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