CVE-2014-0963: High severity IBM Security Access Manager For Web Software vulnerability

Published May 8, 2014
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Updated

The Reverse Proxy feature in IBM Global Security Kit (aka GSKit) in IBM Security Access Manager (ISAM) for Web 7.0 before 7.0.0-ISS-SAM-IF0006 and 8.0 before 8.0.0.3-ISS-WGA-IF0002 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) via crafted SSL messages.

Affected Software

4 affected components
IBM Security Access Manager For Web Software=7.0
IBM Security Access Manager For Web Software=8.0
IBM Security Access Manager For Web Appliance=7.0
IBM Security Access Manager For Web Appliance=8.0

Event History

May 8, 2014
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:55 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2014-0963?

CVE-2014-0963 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability that can cause an infinite loop.

2

How do I fix CVE-2014-0963?

To resolve CVE-2014-0963, update to IBM Security Access Manager for Web version 7.0.0-ISS-SAM-IF0006 or 8.0.0.3-ISS-WGA-IF0002 or later.

3

What products are affected by CVE-2014-0963?

CVE-2014-0963 affects IBM Security Access Manager for Web versions 7.0 and 8.0, as well as the corresponding appliance versions.

4

Can CVE-2014-0963 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2014-0963 can be exploited remotely by sending crafted SSL messages.

5

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2014-0963?

CVE-2014-0963 is a denial of service vulnerability related to the Reverse Proxy feature in IBM GSKit.

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