CVE-2009-0436

Description

The (1) mod_ibm_ssl and (2) mod_cgid modules in IBM HTTP Server 6.0.x before 6.0.2.31 and 6.1.x before 6.1.0.19, as used in WebSphere Application Server (WAS), set incorrect permissions for AF_UNIX sockets, which has unknown impact and local attack vectors.

Category

7.2
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.06%
Vendor Advisory ibm.com Vendor Advisory ibm.com
Affected: n/a n/a
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/48526 vdb entry
http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg1PK66154 patch vendor advisory
http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg27006876 patch
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/33700 vdb entry
http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg27007951 patch vendor advisory
http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg27008517 patch
http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg27007033 patch

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2009-0436?
CVE-2009-0436 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2009-0436?
To fix CVE-2009-0436, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2009-0436 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2009-0436 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
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