CVE-2015-1956
First published: Mon Aug 03 2015(Updated: )
IBM MQ Light before 1.0.0.2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (disk consumption) via a crafted byte sequence in authentication data, a different vulnerability than CVE-2015-1958 and CVE-2015-1987.
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM WebSphere MQ Light | =1.0 | |
| IBM WebSphere MQ Light | =1.0.0.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-1956?
CVE-2015-1956 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability due to disk consumption issues.
How do I fix CVE-2015-1956?
To mitigate CVE-2015-1956, upgrade IBM WebSphere MQ Light to version 1.0.0.2 or later.
What software is affected by CVE-2015-1956?
CVE-2015-1956 affects IBM WebSphere MQ Light versions 1.0 and 1.0.0.1.
Can CVE-2015-1956 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2015-1956 can be exploited remotely by sending a crafted byte sequence in the authentication data.
Are there any known exploits for CVE-2015-1956?
There are no public exploits specifically known for CVE-2015-1956 at this time.
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