CVE-2018-1996

Description

IBM WebSphere Application Server 7.0, 8.0, 8.5, and 9.0 could provide weaker than expected security, caused by the improper TLS configuration. A remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability to obtain sensitive information using man in the middle techniques. IBM X-Force ID: 154650.

Category

5.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.10%
Vendor Advisory ibmcloud.com Vendor Advisory ibm.com
Affected: IBM WebSphere Application Server
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/154650 vdb entry vendor advisory
https://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=ibm10793421 patch vendor advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/107155 vdb entry third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-1996?
CVE-2018-1996 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2018-1996?
To fix CVE-2018-1996, 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-2018-1996 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2018-1996 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-2018-1996?
CVE-2018-1996 affects IBM WebSphere Application Server.
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