Vulnerability Description
IBM WebSphere Application Server 7.0, 8.0, 8.5, and 9.0 could allow a remote attacker to traverse directories on the system. An attacker could send a specially-crafted URL request containing "dot dot" sequences (/../) to view arbitrary files on the system. IBM X-Force ID: 148686.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Websphere Application Server | >= 7.0.0.0, <= 7.0.0.45 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041874Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/148686VDB EntryVendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=ibm10729521PatchVendor Advisory
- https://www.tenable.com/security/research/tra-2018-30ExploitThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041874Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/148686VDB EntryVendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=ibm10729521PatchVendor Advisory
- https://www.tenable.com/security/research/tra-2018-30ExploitThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-1770?
CVE-2018-1770 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.5 (MEDIUM). IBM WebSphere Application Server 7.0, 8.0, 8.5, and 9.0 could allow a remote attacker to traverse directories on the system. An attacker could send a specially-crafted URL request containing "dot dot"...
How severe is CVE-2018-1770?
CVE-2018-1770 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-2018-1770?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ibm Websphere Application Server.