Vulnerability Description
IBM Spectrum Protect Plus 10.1.0 through 10.1.5 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 create arbitrary files on the system. IBM X-Force ID: 175019.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Spectrum Protect Plus | >= 10.1.0, <= 10.1.5 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/175019VDB EntryVendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6116488PatchVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/175019VDB EntryVendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6116488PatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2020-4209?
CVE-2020-4209 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.4 (MEDIUM). IBM Spectrum Protect Plus 10.1.0 through 10.1.5 could allow a remote attacker to traverse directories on the system. An attacker could send a specially-crafted URL request containing "dot dot" sequenc...
How severe is CVE-2020-4209?
CVE-2020-4209 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2020-4209?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ibm Spectrum Protect Plus, Linux Linux Kernel.