CVE-2010-0777: Input Validation

Published May 17, 2010
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Updated

The Web Container in IBM WebSphere Application Server (WAS) 6.0 before 6.0.2.43, 6.1 before 6.1.0.31, and 7.0 before 7.0.0.11 does not properly handle long filenames and consequently sends an incorrect file in some responses, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information by reading the retrieved file.

Affected Software

76 affected components
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.0
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.0.0.1
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.0.0.2
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.0.0.3
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.0.1
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.0.1.1
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.0.1.2
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.0.1.3
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.0.1.5
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.0.1.7
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.0.1.9
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.0.1.11
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.0.1.13
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.0.1.15
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.0.1.17
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.0.2
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.0.2.1
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.0.2.2
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.0.2.3
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.0.2.4
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.0.2.5
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.0.2.6
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.0.2.7
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.0.2.8
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.0.2.9
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.0.2.10
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.0.2.11
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.0.2.12
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.0.2.13
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.0.2.14
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.0.2.15
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.0.2.16
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.0.2.17
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.0.2.18
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.0.2.19
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.0.2.20
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.0.2.21
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.0.2.22
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.0.2.23
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.0.2.24
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.0.2.25
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.0.2.27
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.0.2.28
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.0.2.29
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.0.2.30
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.0.2.31
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.0.2.32
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.0.2.33
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.0.2.35
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.0.2.37
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.0.2.39
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.1
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.1.0
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.1.0.0
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.1.0.1
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.1.0.2
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.1.0.3
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.1.0.5
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.1.0.7
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.1.0.9
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.1.0.11
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.1.0.13
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.1.0.15
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.1.0.17
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.1.0.19
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.1.0.21
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.1.0.23
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.1.0.25
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.1.0.27
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=6.1.0.29
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=7.0
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=7.0.0.1
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=7.0.0.3
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=7.0.0.5
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=7.0.0.7
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=7.0.0.9

Event History

May 17, 2010
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:30 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2010-0777?

CVE-2010-0777 has a medium severity rating, indicating potential for sensitive information disclosure.

2

How do I fix CVE-2010-0777?

To fix CVE-2010-0777, update IBM WebSphere Application Server to version 6.0.2.43, 6.1.0.31, or 7.0.0.11 or later.

3

Which versions of IBM WebSphere Application Server are affected by CVE-2010-0777?

CVE-2010-0777 affects versions of IBM WebSphere Application Server 6.0 prior to 6.0.2.43, 6.1 prior to 6.1.0.31, and 7.0 prior to 7.0.0.11.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2010-0777?

CVE-2010-0777 is an information disclosure vulnerability due to improper handling of long filenames by the Web Container in IBM WebSphere Application Server.

5

Can CVE-2010-0777 lead to remote exploits?

Yes, CVE-2010-0777 can potentially allow remote attackers to access sensitive information.

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