Vulnerability Description
IBM WebSphere Application Server 8.5 and 9.0 could allow a remote attacker to gain elevated privileges on the system, caused when a security domain is configured to use a federated repository other than global federated repository and then migrated to a newer release of WebSphere Application Server. IBM X-Force ID: 150813.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Websphere Application Server | >= 8.5.0.0, <= 8.5.5.14 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/106141Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/150813VDB EntryVendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=ibm10735767PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/106141Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/150813VDB EntryVendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=ibm10735767PatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-1840?
CVE-2018-1840 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.0 (MEDIUM). IBM WebSphere Application Server 8.5 and 9.0 could allow a remote attacker to gain elevated privileges on the system, caused when a security domain is configured to use a federated repository other th...
How severe is CVE-2018-1840?
CVE-2018-1840 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2018-1840?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ibm Websphere Application Server.