CVE-2018-1859

Description

IBM API Connect 5.0.0.0 through 5.0.8.4 could allow a user authenticated as an administrator with limited rights to escalate their privileges. IBM X-Force ID: 151258.

4.3

CVSS

Severity: Medium

CVSS 3.0 •

CVSS 2.0 •

EPSS 0.20%

Vendor Advisory ibmcloud.com Vendor Advisory ibm.com

Affected: IBM API Connect

References

Link	Tags
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/151258	vdb entry vendor advisory
https://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=ibm10792055	patch vendor advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/106456	third party advisory vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-1859?: CVE-2018-1859 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2018-1859?: To fix CVE-2018-1859, 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-2018-1859 being actively exploited in the wild?: As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2018-1859 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.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2018-1859?: CVE-2018-1859 affects IBM API Connect.

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