CVE-2020-4851
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.28%
Last modified
CVE-2020-4851 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM Spectrum Scale 5.0.0 through 5.0.5.5 and 5.1.0 through 5.1.0.2 could allow a local user to poison log files which could impact support and development efforts. IBM X-Force ID: 190450.. EPSS estimates a 0.28% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM Spectrum Scale 5.0.0 through 5.0.5.5 and 5.1.0 through 5.1.0.2 could allow a local user to poison log files which could impact support and development efforts. IBM X-Force ID: 190450.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Spectrum Scale | >= 5.0.0.0, < 5.0.5.5 |
| Ibm | Spectrum Scale | >= 5.1.0.0, < 5.1.0.2 |
References
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/190450VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6405774Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/190450VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6405774Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-4851?
IBM Spectrum Scale 5.0.0 through 5.0.5.5 and 5.1.0 through 5.1.0.2 could allow a local user to poison log files which could impact support and development efforts. IBM X-Force ID: 190450.
How severe is CVE-2020-4851?
CVE-2020-4851 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.28% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-4851?
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-2020-4851?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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