Vulnerability Description
IBM WebSphere Application Server 7.0, 8.0, 8.5, and 9.0 is vulnerable to a denial of service, caused by sending a specially-crafted request. A remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability to cause the server to consume all available memory. IBM X-Force ID: 172125.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Websphere Application Server | < 20.0.0.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/172125VDB EntryVendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/1285372Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/172125VDB EntryVendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/1285372Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2019-4720?
CVE-2019-4720 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). IBM WebSphere Application Server 7.0, 8.0, 8.5, and 9.0 is vulnerable to a denial of service, caused by sending a specially-crafted request. A remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability to cause...
How severe is CVE-2019-4720?
CVE-2019-4720 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2019-4720?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ibm Websphere Application Server.