CVE-2019-4477: Medium severity ibm websphere application server feature pack for web services vulnerability

Published Sep 17, 2019
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Updated

IBM WebSphere Application Server 7.0, 8.0, 8.5, and 9.0 could allow a user with access to audit logs to obtain sensitive information, caused by improper handling of command line options. IBM X-Force ID: 163997.

Other sources

IBM WebSphere Application Server could allow a user with access to audit logs to obtain sensitive information, caused by improper handling of command line options.

IBM

Affected Software

4 affected components
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<=9.0.5.0

Event History

Sep 17, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:05 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:05 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Aug 4, 2024
Data Sourced
via IBM·07:43 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2019-4477?

The severity of CVE-2019-4477 is classified as medium, indicating a moderate risk of information exposure.

2

Who is affected by CVE-2019-4477?

CVE-2019-4477 affects IBM WebSphere Application Server versions 7.0, 8.0, 8.5, and 9.0.

3

How do I fix CVE-2019-4477?

To fix CVE-2019-4477, apply the appropriate patches or updates provided by IBM for your WebSphere Application Server version.

4

What kind of information can be exposed due to CVE-2019-4477?

CVE-2019-4477 can allow unauthorized users with access to audit logs to obtain sensitive information related to the application.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2019-4477 until a fix can be applied?

Currently, it is recommended to restrict access to audit logs as a temporary mitigation for CVE-2019-4477.

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