CVE-2020-4427

Known Exploited

Description

IBM Data Risk Manager 2.0.1, 2.0.2, 2.0.3, 2.0.4, 2.0.5, and 2.0.6 could allow a remote attacker to bypass security restrictions when configured with SAML authentication. By sending a specially crafted HTTP request, an attacker could exploit this vulnerability to bypass the authentication process and gain full administrative access to the system. IBM X-Force ID: 180532.

Category

9.8
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 49.18% Top 5%
KEV Since 
Vendor Advisory ibmcloud.com Vendor Advisory ibm.com
Affected: IBM Data Risk Manager
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6206875 patch vendor advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/180532 vdb entry vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-4427?
CVE-2020-4427 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2020-4427?
To fix CVE-2020-4427, 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-2020-4427 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is confirmed that CVE-2020-4427 is actively exploited. Be extra cautious if you are using vulnerable components. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~49% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2020-4427?
CVE-2020-4427 affects IBM Data Risk Manager.
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