CVE-2020-4592
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 0.78%
Last modified
CVE-2020-4592 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM MQ Appliance 9.1.CD and LTS could allow an authenticated user, under nondefault configuration to cause a data corruption attack due to an error when using segmented messages.. EPSS estimates a 0.78% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM MQ Appliance 9.1.CD and LTS could allow an authenticated user, under nondefault configuration to cause a data corruption attack due to an error when using segmented messages.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Mq Appliance | 9.1.0.0 |
References
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/184755VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6359019Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/184755VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6359019Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-4592?
IBM MQ Appliance 9.1.CD and LTS could allow an authenticated user, under nondefault configuration to cause a data corruption attack due to an error when using segmented messages.
How severe is CVE-2020-4592?
CVE-2020-4592 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.78% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-4592?
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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