CVE-2019-4620: Input Validation
IBM MQ Appliance 8.0 and 9.0 LTS could allow a local attacker to bypass security restrictions caused by improper validation of environment variables. IBM X-Force ID: 168863.
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IBM MQ Appliance could allow a local attacker to bypass security restrictions caused by improper validation of environment variables.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-4620?
CVE-2019-4620 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for local attackers to bypass security restrictions.
How do I fix CVE-2019-4620?
To fix CVE-2019-4620, it is recommended to update IBM MQ Appliance to a patched version as specified in IBM's advisories.
Who is affected by CVE-2019-4620?
CVE-2019-4620 affects IBM MQ Appliance versions 8.0 through 8.0.0.14 and 9.0 through 9.1.0.4 depending on the release.
What type of attack does CVE-2019-4620 enable?
CVE-2019-4620 allows local attackers to bypass security restrictions via improper validation of environment variables.
Is CVE-2019-4620 exploitable remotely?
CVE-2019-4620 is not exploitable remotely as it requires local access to the affected system.