CVE-2013-5453: Infoleak
First published: Wed Nov 13 2013(Updated: )
IBM Security AppScan Enterprise 5.6 through 8.7.0.1 allows remote authenticated users to read arbitrary report files by leveraging knowledge of filenames that cannot be easily predicted.
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM Security AppScan | =5.6.0.0 | |
| IBM Security AppScan | =6.0.0.0 | |
| IBM Security AppScan | =6.0.1.0 | |
| IBM Security AppScan | =6.0.2.0 | |
| IBM Security AppScan | =6.1.1.0 | |
| IBM Security AppScan | =8.0.0.0 | |
| IBM Security AppScan | =8.0.0.1 | |
| IBM Security AppScan | =8.0.0.2 | |
| IBM Security AppScan | =8.0.1.0 | |
| IBM Security AppScan | =8.0.1.1 | |
| IBM Security AppScan | =8.0.11 | |
| IBM Security AppScan | =8.5.0.0 | |
| IBM Security AppScan | =8.5.0.1 | |
| IBM Security AppScan | =8.6.0.0 | |
| IBM Security AppScan | =8.6.0.1 | |
| IBM Security AppScan | =8.6.0.2 | |
| IBM Security AppScan | =8.7.0.0 | |
| IBM Security AppScan | =8.7.0.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-5453?
CVE-2013-5453 has a medium severity rating as it allows remote authenticated users to access arbitrary report files without proper authorization.
How do I fix CVE-2013-5453?
To fix CVE-2013-5453, ensure that file access permissions are properly configured to restrict unauthorized access to report files.
Who is affected by CVE-2013-5453?
CVE-2013-5453 affects users of IBM Security AppScan Enterprise versions 5.6 through 8.7.0.1.
What kind of attack does CVE-2013-5453 enable?
CVE-2013-5453 enables a privilege escalation attack that allows authorized users to read sensitive report files.
Is there a patch available for CVE-2013-5453?
Yes, IBM has provided patches for CVE-2013-5453 in subsequent releases of IBM Security AppScan Enterprise to resolve this issue.
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