CVE-2019-4539: High severity ibm security directory server vulnerability

Published Oct 2, 2019

Updated

IBM Security Directory Server 6.4.0 does not properly neutralize special elements that are used in XML, allowing attackers to modify the syntax, content, or commands of the XML before it is processed by an end system. IBM X-Force ID: 165812.

Affected Software

1 affected component

IBM Security Directory Server=6.4.0

Remediation

Patch Available

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/1077045

Event History

Oct 2, 2019

CVE Published

via MITRE·02:45 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·02:45 PM

DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2019-4539?

CVE-2019-4539 is a vulnerability in IBM Security Directory Server 6.4.0 that allows attackers to modify the syntax, content, or commands of XML before it is processed.

What is the severity of CVE-2019-4539?

The severity of CVE-2019-4539 is high, with a severity value of 7.1.

How does CVE-2019-4539 affect IBM Security Directory Server?

CVE-2019-4539 affects IBM Security Directory Server 6.4.0 by not properly neutralizing special elements used in XML, allowing attackers to modify the XML content.

What is the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) for CVE-2019-4539?

The CWE for CVE-2019-4539 is CWE-91.

How can I mitigate CVE-2019-4539?

To mitigate CVE-2019-4539, update to a fixed version of IBM Security Directory Server or apply the latest security patches provided by IBM.