CVE-2020-4400
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 1.63%
Last modified
CVE-2020-4400 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM Verify Gateway (IVG) 1.0.0 and 1.0.1 uses an inadequate account lockout setting that could allow a remote attacker to brute force account credentials. IBM X-Force ID: 179478.. EPSS estimates a 1.63% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM Verify Gateway (IVG) 1.0.0 and 1.0.1 uses an inadequate account lockout setting that could allow a remote attacker to brute force account credentials. IBM X-Force ID: 179478.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Verify Gateway | 1.0.0 |
| Ibm | Verify Gateway | 1.0.1 |
References
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/179478VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6251279Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/179478VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6251279Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-4400?
IBM Verify Gateway (IVG) 1.0.0 and 1.0.1 uses an inadequate account lockout setting that could allow a remote attacker to brute force account credentials. IBM X-Force ID: 179478.
How severe is CVE-2020-4400?
CVE-2020-4400 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.63% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-4400?
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-2020-4400?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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