CVE-2019-4537: Medium severity ibm websphere service registry and repository vulnerability

Published Feb 25, 2020
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Updated

IBM WebSphere Service Registry and Repository 8.5 could allow a user to obtain sensitive version information that could be used in further attacks against the system. IBM X-Force ID: 165593.

Other sources

IBM WebSphere Service Registry and Repository could allow a user to obtain sensitive version information that could be used in further attacks against the system.

Affected Software

2 affected components
IBM WebSphere Service Registry and Repository=8.5
IBM WebSphere Service Registry and Repository<=8.5

Event History

Feb 25, 2020
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Feb 26, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:55 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:55 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2019-4537?

CVE-2019-4537 is classified with a medium severity due to its potential to expose sensitive version information.

2

How do I fix CVE-2019-4537?

To mitigate CVE-2019-4537, users should upgrade to a secure version of IBM WebSphere Service Registry and Repository above 8.5.

3

What exploit capabilities does CVE-2019-4537 offer?

CVE-2019-4537 allows attackers to obtain sensitive version information, potentially facilitating further attacks.

4

Is CVE-2019-4537 specific to certain versions of the software?

Yes, CVE-2019-4537 specifically affects IBM WebSphere Service Registry and Repository version 8.5.

5

Can CVE-2019-4537 be remotely exploited?

Yes, the vulnerability CVE-2019-4537 can be exploited remotely if an attacker has access to query the affected service.

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