1.8
CWE
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Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2014-4812: Infoleak

First published: Sun Oct 26 2014(Updated: )

The installer in IBM Security AppScan Source 8.x and 9.x through 9.0.1 has an open network port for a debug service, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information by connecting to this port.

Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
IBM Security AppScan=8.0
IBM Security AppScan=8.0.0.1
IBM Security AppScan=8.0.0.2
IBM Security AppScan=8.5
IBM Security AppScan=8.5.0.1
IBM Security AppScan=8.6
IBM Security AppScan=8.6.0.1
IBM Security AppScan=8.6.0.2
IBM Security AppScan=8.7
IBM Security AppScan=8.7.0.0
IBM Security AppScan=8.7.0.1
IBM Security AppScan=8.8
IBM Security AppScan=9.0
IBM Security AppScan=9.0.0.1
IBM Security AppScan=9.0.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2014-4812?

    CVE-2014-4812 is rated as a medium severity vulnerability due to potential exposure of sensitive information.

  • How do I fix CVE-2014-4812?

    To fix CVE-2014-4812, it is recommended to disable the debug service or restrict access to the relevant network port.

  • What versions of HCL AppScan Source are affected by CVE-2014-4812?

    CVE-2014-4812 affects multiple versions of HCL AppScan Source including 8.x and 9.x up to 9.0.1.

  • What kind of information can be leaked due to CVE-2014-4812?

    CVE-2014-4812 could potentially allow attackers to obtain sensitive information from the exposed debug service.

  • Is CVE-2014-4812 a remote vulnerability?

    Yes, CVE-2014-4812 is a remote vulnerability that allows attackers to connect to an open network port.

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