CVE-2020-5018
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 0.67%
Last modified
CVE-2020-5018 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM Spectrum Protect Plus 10.1.0 through 10.1.6 may include sensitive information in its URLs increasing the risk of such information being caputured by an attacker. IBM X-Force ID: 193654.. EPSS estimates a 0.67% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM Spectrum Protect Plus 10.1.0 through 10.1.6 may include sensitive information in its URLs increasing the risk of such information being caputured by an attacker. IBM X-Force ID: 193654.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Spectrum Protect Plus | >= 10.1.0, < 10.1.7 |
References
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/193654VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6398754Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/193654VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6398754Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-5018?
IBM Spectrum Protect Plus 10.1.0 through 10.1.6 may include sensitive information in its URLs increasing the risk of such information being caputured by an attacker. IBM X-Force ID: 193654.
How severe is CVE-2020-5018?
CVE-2020-5018 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.67% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-5018?
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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