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HIGH · 7.1

CVE-2019-4539

IBM Security Directory Server 6.4.0 does not properly neutralize special elements that are used in XML, allowing attackers to modify the syntax, content, or commands of the XML before it is processed ...

Vulnerability Description

IBM Security Directory Server 6.4.0 does not properly neutralize special elements that are used in XML, allowing attackers to modify the syntax, content, or commands of the XML before it is processed by an end system. IBM X-Force ID: 165812.

CVSS Score

7.1

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:H
Attack Vector
NETWORK
Attack Complexity
LOW
Privileges Required
LOW
User Interaction
NONE
Scope
UNCHANGED
Confidentiality
NONE
Integrity
LOW
Availability
HIGH

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
IbmSecurity Directory Server6.4.0

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-91

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2019-4539?

CVE-2019-4539 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.1 (HIGH). IBM Security Directory Server 6.4.0 does not properly neutralize special elements that are used in XML, allowing attackers to modify the syntax, content, or commands of the XML before it is processed ...

How severe is CVE-2019-4539?

CVE-2019-4539 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2019-4539?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ibm Security Directory Server.