Vulnerability identifier: #VU73780
Vulnerability risk: High
CVSSv3.1: 7.1 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-284
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
IBM Aspera Faspex for Linux
Web applications /
Other software
Vendor: IBM Corporation
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote user to change credentials of other application users.
The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions. A remote authenticated user can change credentials of other application users and gain access to their accounts.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
IBM Aspera Faspex for Linux: 5.0.4
External links
http://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/249847
http://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6963662
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.