Vulnerability identifier: #VU48738

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 3.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-4626

CWE-ID: CWE-200

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Cloud Pak for Security (CP4S)
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Vendor: IBM Corporation

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain access to potentially sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to excessive data output by the application. A remote authenticated attacker can send a specially crafted HTTP request and gain unauthorized access to sensitive information on the system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Cloud Pak for Security (CP4S): 1.3.0.1

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External links
http://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/185362
http://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6372534

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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.