CVE-2023-35890
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.12%
Last modified
CVE-2023-35890 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM WebSphere Application Server 8.5 and 9.0 could provide weaker than expected security, caused by the improper encoding in a local configuration file. IBM X-Force ID: 258637.. EPSS estimates a 0.12% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM WebSphere Application Server 8.5 and 9.0 could provide weaker than expected security, caused by the improper encoding in a local configuration file. IBM X-Force ID: 258637.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Websphere Application Server | 8.5.5.23 |
| Ibm | Websphere Application Server | 9.0.5.15 |
| Ibm | Websphere Application Server | 9.0.5.16 |
References
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7007857Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7007857Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-35890?
IBM WebSphere Application Server 8.5 and 9.0 could provide weaker than expected security, caused by the improper encoding in a local configuration file. IBM X-Force ID: 258637.
How severe is CVE-2023-35890?
CVE-2023-35890 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.12% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-35890?
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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