CVE-2020-4273
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.38%
Last modified
CVE-2020-4273 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM Spectrum Scale 4.2 and 5.0 could allow a local unprivileged attacker with intimate knowledge of the enviornment to execute commands as root using specially crafted input. IBM X-Force ID: 175977.. EPSS estimates a 0.38% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM Spectrum Scale 4.2 and 5.0 could allow a local unprivileged attacker with intimate knowledge of the enviornment to execute commands as root using specially crafted input. IBM X-Force ID: 175977.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Spectrum Scale | >= 4.2.0.0, <= 4.2.3.20 |
| Ibm | Spectrum Scale | >= 5.0.0.0, <= 5.0.4.2 |
References
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/175977VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6151701Mitigation, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/175977VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6151701Mitigation, Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-4273?
IBM Spectrum Scale 4.2 and 5.0 could allow a local unprivileged attacker with intimate knowledge of the enviornment to execute commands as root using specially crafted input. IBM X-Force ID: 175977.
How severe is CVE-2020-4273?
CVE-2020-4273 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.38% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-4273?
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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