CVE-2024-51459

Name: CVE-2024-51459
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2025-03-19T19:15:42.18+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.13%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2024-51459 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM InfoSphere Information Server 11.7 could allow a local user to execute privileged commands due to the improper handling of permissions.. EPSS estimates a 0.13% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

IBM InfoSphere Information Server 11.7 could allow a local user to execute privileged commands due to the improper handling of permissions.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.8/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

0.13%

3.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-280

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Infosphere Information Server	>= 11.7, < 11.7.1.136

References

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7185056Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Mar 19, 2025
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-51459?

IBM InfoSphere Information Server 11.7 could allow a local user to execute privileged commands due to the improper handling of permissions.

How severe is CVE-2024-51459?

CVE-2024-51459 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.13% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2024-51459?

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-2024-51459?

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Source: NVD / NIST