CVE-2024-49780

IBM OpenPages path traversal

Description

IBM OpenPages with Watson 8.3 and 9.0 IBM OpenPages could allow a remote attacker to traverse directories on the system. An attacker with privileges to perform Import Configuration could send a specially crafted http request containing "dot dot" sequences (/../) in the file name parameter used in Import Configuration to write files to arbitrary locations outside of the specified directory and possibly overwrite arbitrary files.

Category

5.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.07%
Vendor Advisory ibm.com
Affected: IBM OpenPages with Watson
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7183541 patch vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-49780?
CVE-2024-49780 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-49780?
To fix CVE-2024-49780, 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-2024-49780 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-49780 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-2024-49780?
CVE-2024-49780 affects IBM OpenPages with Watson.
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