CVE-2020-4559
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 1.33%
Last modified
CVE-2020-4559 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM Spectrum Protect 7.1 and 8.1 could allow an attacker to cause a denial of service due ti improper validation of user-supplied input. IBM X-Force ID: 183613.. EPSS estimates a 1.33% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM Spectrum Protect 7.1 and 8.1 could allow an attacker to cause a denial of service due ti improper validation of user-supplied input. IBM X-Force ID: 183613.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Spectrum Protect | >= 8.1.0.000, <= 8.1.10.000 |
| Ibm | Spectrum Protect | >= 7.1.0.000, <= 7.1.10.000 |
References
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/183613VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6323757Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/183613VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6323757Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-4559?
IBM Spectrum Protect 7.1 and 8.1 could allow an attacker to cause a denial of service due ti improper validation of user-supplied input. IBM X-Force ID: 183613.
How severe is CVE-2020-4559?
CVE-2020-4559 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.33% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-4559?
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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