Improper input validation in IBM Security Directory Server

1) Improper input validation

EUVDB-ID: #VU30113

Risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 1.9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-5258

CWE-ID: CWE-20 - Improper input validation

Exploit availability: No

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote authenticated user to gain access to sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation within the Cluster: Packaging (dojo) component in MySQL Cluster. A remote authenticated user can exploit this vulnerability to gain access to sensitive information.

Mitigation

Install update from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

IBM WebSphere Application Server: 6.4.0

External links

http://www.ibm.com/blogs/psirt/security-bulletin-security-vulnerability-has-been-identified-in-ibm-websphere-application-server-shipped-with-ibm-security-directory-server-cve-2020-5258/
http://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6474233

Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.