CVE-2019-4460

Description

IBM API Connect 5.0.0.0 through 5.0.8.6 developer portal could allow a remote attacker to traverse directories on the system. An attacker could send a specially-crafted URL request containing "dot dot" sequences (/../) to view arbitrary files on the system. IBM X-Force ID: 163681.

Category

7.5
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.38%
Vendor Advisory ibmcloud.com Vendor Advisory ibm.com
Affected: IBM API Connect
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=ibm10960848 vendor advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/163681 vdb entry vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2019-4460?
CVE-2019-4460 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2019-4460?
To fix CVE-2019-4460, 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-2019-4460 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2019-4460 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-2019-4460?
CVE-2019-4460 affects IBM API Connect.
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