CVE-2020-4747

Description

IBM Connect:Direct for UNIX 6.1.0, 6.0.0, 4.3.0, and 4.2.0 can allow a local or remote user to obtain an authenticated CLI session due to improper authentication methods. IBM X-Force ID: 188516.

Category

9.8
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 2.00% Top 20%
Vendor Advisory ibmcloud.com Vendor Advisory ibm.com
Affected: IBM Sterling Connect:Direct for UNIX
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6381904 vendor advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/188516 vdb entry vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-4747?
CVE-2020-4747 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2020-4747?
To fix CVE-2020-4747, 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-2020-4747 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2020-4747 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~2% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2020-4747?
CVE-2020-4747 affects IBM Sterling Connect:Direct for UNIX.
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