CVE-2018-1792: Code Injection

Published Nov 13, 2018
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Updated

IBM WebSphere MQ 8.0.0.0 through 8.0.0.10, 9.0.0.0 through 9.0.0.5, 9.0.1 through 9.0.5, and 9.1.0.0 could allow a local user to inject code that could be executed with root privileges. IBM X-Force ID: 148947.

Affected Software

4 affected components
IBM WebSphere MQ>=8.0.0.0<=8.0.0.10
IBM WebSphere MQ>=9.0.0.0<=9.0.0.5
IBM WebSphere MQ>=9.0.1<=9.0.5
IBM WebSphere MQ=9.1.0.0

Event History

Nov 13, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2018-1792?

The severity of CVE-2018-1792 is high with a severity value of 7.8.

2

How does CVE-2018-1792 affect IBM WebSphere MQ?

CVE-2018-1792 affects IBM WebSphere MQ versions 8.0.0.0 through 8.0.0.10, 9.0.0.0 through 9.0.0.5, 9.0.1 through 9.0.5, and 9.1.0.0.

3

What is the vulnerability ID of CVE-2018-1792?

The vulnerability ID of CVE-2018-1792 is 148947.

4

How can a local user exploit CVE-2018-1792?

A local user can exploit CVE-2018-1792 by injecting code that can be executed with root privileges.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2018-1792?

You can find more information about CVE-2018-1792 at the following references: http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105936, https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/148947, and https://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=ibm10734447.

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