Vulnerability identifier: #VU9681

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 4.6 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2017-1423

CWE-ID: CWE-200

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
WebSphere Portal
Server applications / Application servers

Vendor: IBM Corporation

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to obtain potentially sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to an error in the Web Application Bridge component. A remote attacker can gain access to potentially sensitive information in backend server URLs configured for usage by the Web Application Bridge component.

Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

WebSphere Portal: 8.5.0.0 - 9.0.0.0

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External links
http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg22011400

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

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