CVE-2020-4576
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 2.02%
Last modified
CVE-2020-4576 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM WebSphere Application Server 7.5, 8.0, 8.5, and 9.0 traditional could allow a remote attacker to obtain sensitive information with a specially-crafted sequence of serialized objects. IBM X-Force ID: 184428.. EPSS estimates a 2.02% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM WebSphere Application Server 7.5, 8.0, 8.5, and 9.0 traditional could allow a remote attacker to obtain sensitive information with a specially-crafted sequence of serialized objects. IBM X-Force ID: 184428.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Websphere Application Server | >= 7.0.0.0, < 7.0.0.45 |
| Ibm | Websphere Application Server | >= 8.0.0.0, < 8.0.0.15 |
| Ibm | Websphere Application Server | >= 8.5.0.0, < 8.5.5.19 |
| Ibm | Websphere Application Server | >= 9.0.0.0, < 9.0.5.6 |
References
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/184428VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6339807Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/184428VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6339807Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-4576?
IBM WebSphere Application Server 7.5, 8.0, 8.5, and 9.0 traditional could allow a remote attacker to obtain sensitive information with a specially-crafted sequence of serialized objects. IBM X-Force ID: 184428.
How severe is CVE-2020-4576?
CVE-2020-4576 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.02% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-4576?
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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