CVE-2018-1553: Infoleak
First published: Wed Jun 27 2018(Updated: )
IBM WebSphere Application Server Liberty prior to 18.0.0.2 could allow a remote attacker to obtain sensitive information, caused by mishandling of exceptions by the SAML Web SSO feature. IBM X-Force ID: 142890.
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services | <18.0.0.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-1553?
CVE-2018-1553 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to potential exposure of sensitive information.
How do I fix CVE-2018-1553?
The recommended fix for CVE-2018-1553 is to upgrade IBM WebSphere Application Server Liberty to version 18.0.0.2 or later.
What kind of systems are affected by CVE-2018-1553?
CVE-2018-1553 affects IBM WebSphere Application Server Liberty versions prior to 18.0.0.2.
What causes CVE-2018-1553?
CVE-2018-1553 is caused by the mishandling of exceptions by the SAML Web SSO feature in IBM WebSphere Application Server Liberty.
Can CVE-2018-1553 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2018-1553 can potentially be exploited by a remote attacker to gain access to sensitive information.
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