CVE-2019-4442: Path Traversal
First published: Tue Sep 17 2019(Updated: )
IBM WebSphere Application Server could allow a remote attacker to traverse directories on the file system. An attacker could send a specially-crafted URL request to view arbitrary files on the system but not content.
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services | >=7.0.0.0<=7.0.0.45 | |
| IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services | >=8.0.0.0<=8.0.0.15 | |
| IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services | >=8.5.0.0<=8.5.5.16 | |
| IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services | >=9.0.0.0<=9.0.5.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-4442?
CVE-2019-4442 has been assigned a high severity level due to its potential for remote file system traversal attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2019-4442?
To fix CVE-2019-4442, upgrade your IBM WebSphere Application Server to a version that is not vulnerable, specifically above the affected versions.
Which versions of IBM WebSphere Application Server are affected by CVE-2019-4442?
CVE-2019-4442 affects IBM WebSphere Application Server versions 7.0 through 9.0, specifically up to version 9.0.5.1.
What kind of attacks can exploit CVE-2019-4442?
CVE-2019-4442 can be exploited by remote attackers using specially-crafted URL requests to traverse directories on the file system.
Is file content exposed through CVE-2019-4442?
No, CVE-2019-4442 allows viewing of file names and paths without exposing the actual content of the files.
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