CVE-2014-6177: Medium severity ibm websphere service registry and repository vulnerability
IBM WebSphere Service Registry and Repository (WSRR) 7.0.x before 7.0.0.5 and 7.5.x before 7.5.0.3 does not perform access-control checks for depth-0 retrieve operations, which allows remote authenticated users to obtain sensitive information via unspecified vectors.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-6177?
The severity of CVE-2014-6177 is considered medium due to its potential to expose sensitive information to remote authenticated users.
How do I fix CVE-2014-6177?
To fix CVE-2014-6177, update IBM WebSphere Service Registry and Repository to version 7.0.0.5 or 7.5.0.3 or later.
What vulnerable versions are affected by CVE-2014-6177?
CVE-2014-6177 affects IBM WebSphere Service Registry and Repository versions 7.0.0 to 7.0.0.4 and 7.5.0.0 to 7.5.0.2.
What kind of information can be exposed by CVE-2014-6177?
CVE-2014-6177 can potentially expose sensitive configuration and operational data from the IBM WebSphere Service Registry and Repository.
Is CVE-2014-6177 an authentication bypass vulnerability?
No, CVE-2014-6177 does not involve an authentication bypass but rather lacks adequate access-control checks for certain operations.