CVE-2020-4925
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.22%
Last modified
CVE-2020-4925 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A security vulnerability in the Spectrum Scale 5.0 and 5.1 allows a non-root user to overflow the mmfsd daemon with requests and preventing the daemon to service other requests. IBM X-Force ID: 191599.. EPSS estimates a 0.22% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A security vulnerability in the Spectrum Scale 5.0 and 5.1 allows a non-root user to overflow the mmfsd daemon with requests and preventing the daemon to service other requests. IBM X-Force ID: 191599.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Spectrum Scale | 5.0.0 |
| Ibm | Spectrum Scale | 5.1.0 |
References
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/191599VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6560094Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/191599VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6560094Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-4925?
A security vulnerability in the Spectrum Scale 5.0 and 5.1 allows a non-root user to overflow the mmfsd daemon with requests and preventing the daemon to service other requests. IBM X-Force ID: 191599.
How severe is CVE-2020-4925?
CVE-2020-4925 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.22% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-4925?
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-2020-4925?
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