Vulnerability Description
IBM WebSphere Message Broker 6.1 before 6.1.0.12, 7.0 before 7.0.0.6, and 8.0 before 8.0.0.2, when the Parse Query Strings option is enabled on an HTTPInput node, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) via a crafted query string.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Websphere Message Broker | 6.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg1PM75015
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21623316Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/80667
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg1PM75015
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21623316Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/80667
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-5953?
CVE-2012-5953 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). IBM WebSphere Message Broker 6.1 before 6.1.0.12, 7.0 before 7.0.0.6, and 8.0 before 8.0.0.2, when the Parse Query Strings option is enabled on an HTTPInput node, allows remote attackers to cause a de...
How severe is CVE-2012-5953?
CVE-2012-5953 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2012-5953?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ibm Websphere Message Broker.