Vulnerability Description
InfoSphere Metadata Workbench (MWB) 8.1 through 8.7 in IBM InfoSphere Information Server 8.1, 8.5 before FP3, and 8.7 does not properly restrict use of the troubleshooting feature, which allows remote authenticated users to bypass intended access restrictions or cause a denial of service (workbench outage) via unspecified vectors.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Infosphere Information Server | 8.1 |
| Ibm | Infosphere Metadata Workbench | 8.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21623501Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/73265
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21623501Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/73265
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-0205?
CVE-2012-0205 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.5 (MEDIUM). InfoSphere Metadata Workbench (MWB) 8.1 through 8.7 in IBM InfoSphere Information Server 8.1, 8.5 before FP3, and 8.7 does not properly restrict use of the troubleshooting feature, which allows remote...
How severe is CVE-2012-0205?
CVE-2012-0205 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2012-0205?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ibm Infosphere Information Server, Ibm Infosphere Metadata Workbench.