CVE-2020-4512

Name: CVE-2020-4512
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2020-07-14T13:15:12.077+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.2/10EPSS 2.02%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2020-4512 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.2/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM QRadar SIEM 7.3 and 7.4 could allow a remote privileged user to execute commands.. EPSS estimates a 2.02% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

IBM QRadar SIEM 7.3 and 7.4 could allow a remote privileged user to execute commands.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.2/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

2.02%

78.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-78

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Qradar Security Information And Event Manager	>= 7.3.0, <= 7.3.2
Ibm	Qradar Security Information And Event Manager	7.3.3
Ibm	Qradar Security Information And Event Manager	7.4.0

References

https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/182367VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6246229Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/182367VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6246229Patch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jul 14, 2020
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2020-4512?

IBM QRadar SIEM 7.3 and 7.4 could allow a remote privileged user to execute commands.

How severe is CVE-2020-4512?

CVE-2020-4512 has a CVSS score of 7.2/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.02% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2020-4512?

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-2020-4512?

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Source: NVD / NIST