CVE-2020-4828
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 0.81%
Last modified
CVE-2020-4828 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM API Connect 10.0.0.0 through 10.0.1.0 and 2018.4.1.0 through 2018.4.1.13 is vulnerable to web cache poisoning, caused by improper input validation by modifying HTTP request headers. IBM X-Force ID: 189842.. EPSS estimates a 0.81% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM API Connect 10.0.0.0 through 10.0.1.0 and 2018.4.1.0 through 2018.4.1.13 is vulnerable to web cache poisoning, caused by improper input validation by modifying HTTP request headers. IBM X-Force ID: 189842.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Api Connect | >= 2018.4.1.0, <= 2018.4.1.13 |
| Ibm | Api Connect | 10.0.0.0 |
| Ibm | Api Connect | 10.0.1.0 |
References
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/189842VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6410498Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/189842VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6410498Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-4828?
IBM API Connect 10.0.0.0 through 10.0.1.0 and 2018.4.1.0 through 2018.4.1.13 is vulnerable to web cache poisoning, caused by improper input validation by modifying HTTP request headers. IBM X-Force ID: 189842.
How severe is CVE-2020-4828?
CVE-2020-4828 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.81% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-4828?
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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