CVE-2020-4870
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 1.70%
Last modified
CVE-2020-4870 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM MQ 9.2 CD and LTS are vulnerable to a denial of service attack caused by an error processing connecting applications. IBM X-Force ID: 190833.. EPSS estimates a 1.70% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM MQ 9.2 CD and LTS are vulnerable to a denial of service attack caused by an error processing connecting applications. IBM X-Force ID: 190833.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Mq | 9.2.0 |
References
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/190833VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6380742Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6386466Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/190833VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6380742Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6386466Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-4870?
IBM MQ 9.2 CD and LTS are vulnerable to a denial of service attack caused by an error processing connecting applications. IBM X-Force ID: 190833.
How severe is CVE-2020-4870?
CVE-2020-4870 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.70% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-4870?
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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