CWE
264
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2014-6139

First published: Fri Feb 13 2015(Updated: )

The Search REST API in IBM Business Process Manager 8.0.1.3, 8.5.0.1, and 8.5.5.0 allows remote authenticated users to bypass intended access restrictions and perform task-instance and process-instance searches by specifying a false value for the filterByCurrentUser parameter.

Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
IBM Business Process Manager=8.0.1.3
IBM Business Process Manager=8.5.0.1
IBM Business Process Manager=8.5.5.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2014-6139?

    CVE-2014-6139 is rated as a High severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow unauthorized access to sensitive information.

  • How do I fix CVE-2014-6139?

    To fix CVE-2014-6139, update your IBM Business Process Manager to a version that includes the security patches addressing this vulnerability.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2014-6139?

    CVE-2014-6139 affects remote authenticated users of IBM Business Process Manager versions 8.0.1.3, 8.5.0.1, and 8.5.5.0.

  • What impact does CVE-2014-6139 have?

    The impact of CVE-2014-6139 is the potential for authenticated users to bypass access controls and access unauthorized task and process instances.

  • Is there a workaround for CVE-2014-6139?

    Currently, there are no documented workarounds for CVE-2014-6139; the recommended action is to apply the necessary updates.

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