CVE-2015-7490: Low severity sap information steward vulnerability

Published Mar 3, 2016
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Updated

IBM InfoSphere Information Server 8.5 through FP3, 8.7 through FP2, 9.1 through 9.1.2.0, 11.3 through 11.3.1.2, and 11.5 allows remote authenticated users to bypass intended access restrictions via a modified cookie.

Affected Software

13 affected components
IBM InfoSphere Information Server=8.5
IBM InfoSphere Information Server=8.5.0.1
IBM InfoSphere Information Server=8.5.0.2
IBM InfoSphere Information Server=8.5.0.3
IBM InfoSphere Information Server=8.7
IBM InfoSphere Information Server=8.7.0.1
IBM InfoSphere Information Server=8.7.0.2
IBM InfoSphere Information Server=9.1
IBM InfoSphere Information Server=9.1.0.1
IBM InfoSphere Information Server=9.1.2
IBM InfoSphere Information Server=11.3
IBM InfoSphere Information Server=11.3.1
IBM InfoSphere Information Server=11.5

Event History

Mar 3, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2015-7490?

CVE-2015-7490 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability allowing access restriction bypass.

2

How do I fix CVE-2015-7490?

To fix CVE-2015-7490, upgrade the IBM InfoSphere Information Server to the latest fixed versions provided by IBM.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2015-7490?

CVE-2015-7490 affects users of IBM InfoSphere Information Server versions 8.5 through 11.5.

4

What type of attack is enabled by CVE-2015-7490?

CVE-2015-7490 allows remote authenticated users to bypass intended access restrictions via a modified cookie.

5

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2015-7490?

The potential impacts of CVE-2015-7490 include unauthorized access to sensitive data and functions within IBM InfoSphere Information Server.

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