CVE-2015-0175
First published: Sun Apr 26 2015(Updated: )
IBM WebSphere Application Server (WAS) 8.5 Liberty Profile before 8.5.5.5 does not properly implement authData elements, which allows remote authenticated users to gain privileges via unspecified vectors.
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | |
| IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services | =8.5.5.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-0175?
CVE-2015-0175 is rated as a moderate severity vulnerability due to potential privilege escalation by authenticated users.
How do I fix CVE-2015-0175?
To fix CVE-2015-0175, you should upgrade IBM WebSphere Application Server to version 8.5.5.5 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2015-0175?
CVE-2015-0175 affects users of IBM WebSphere Application Server versions 8.5.0.0 through 8.5.5.4.
What impact does CVE-2015-0175 have on the system?
CVE-2015-0175 allows unauthorized privilege escalation, potentially enabling users to perform actions beyond their intended access rights.
When was CVE-2015-0175 disclosed?
CVE-2015-0175 was disclosed in January 2015, alongside the release of the related patch.
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