CVE-2019-4080
First published: Tue Apr 02 2019(Updated: )
IBM WebSphere Application Server Admin Console 7.5, 8.0, 8.5, and 9.0 is vulnerable to a potential denial of service, caused by improper parameter parsing. A remote attacker could exploit this to consume all available CPU resources. IBM X-Force ID: 157380.
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com psirt@us.ibm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM WebSphere Application Server | >=7.0.0.0<=7.0.0.45 | |
| IBM WebSphere Application Server | >=8.0.0.0<=8.0.0.15 | |
| IBM WebSphere Application Server | >=8.5.0.0<=8.5.5.15 | |
| IBM WebSphere Application Server | >=9.0.0.0<=9.0.0.10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-4080?
CVE-2019-4080 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability, which can severely impact the availability of the IBM WebSphere Application Server.
How do I fix CVE-2019-4080?
To fix CVE-2019-4080, apply the latest security patches provided by IBM for the affected versions of WebSphere Application Server.
Who is affected by CVE-2019-4080?
CVE-2019-4080 affects instances of IBM WebSphere Application Server versions 7.5, 8.0, 8.5, and 9.0.
What are the symptoms of an exploit of CVE-2019-4080?
An exploit of CVE-2019-4080 can lead to excessive CPU resource consumption, potentially resulting in server slowdowns or unavailability.
When was CVE-2019-4080 disclosed?
CVE-2019-4080 was disclosed in 2019 and is tracked under IBM X-Force ID 157380.
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