CVE-2014-6164: Infoleak

Published Dec 18, 2014
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Updated

IBM WebSphere Application Server 8.0.x before 8.0.0.10 and 8.5.x before 8.5.5.4 allows remote attackers to spoof OpenID and OpenID Connect cookies, and consequently obtain sensitive information, via a crafted URL.

Affected Software

17 affected components
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=8.0.0.0
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=8.0.0.1
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=8.0.0.2
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=8.0.0.3
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=8.0.0.4
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=8.0.0.5
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=8.0.0.6
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=8.0.0.7
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=8.0.0.8
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=8.0.0.9
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=8.5.0.0
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=8.5.0.1
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=8.5.0.2
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=8.5.5.0
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=8.5.5.1
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=8.5.5.2
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services=8.5.5.3

Event History

Dec 18, 2014
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2014-6164?

CVE-2014-6164 has a moderate severity rating due to its potential to allow attackers to spoof sensitive cookies.

2

How do I fix CVE-2014-6164?

To fix CVE-2014-6164, upgrade your IBM WebSphere Application Server to version 8.0.0.10 or later for 8.0.x and to version 8.5.5.4 or later for 8.5.x.

3

Which versions of IBM WebSphere Application Server are affected by CVE-2014-6164?

CVE-2014-6164 affects IBM WebSphere Application Server versions 8.0.x before 8.0.0.10 and 8.5.x before 8.5.5.4.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2014-6164?

CVE-2014-6164 is a cookie spoofing vulnerability that can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive information.

5

Are there any workarounds for CVE-2014-6164?

There are no known effective workarounds for CVE-2014-6164, so applying the necessary updates is recommended.

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