CVE-2019-4720
First published: Fri Jan 31 2020(Updated: )
IBM WebSphere Application Server 7.0, 8.0, 8.5, and 9.0 is vulnerable to a denial of service, caused by sending a specially-crafted request. A remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability to cause the server to consume all available memory. IBM X-Force ID: 172125.
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM WebSphere Application Server | <20.0.0.2 | |
| IBM WebSphere Application Server | >=7.0.0.0<=7.0.0.45 | |
| IBM WebSphere Application Server | >=8.0.0.0<=8.0.0.15 | |
| IBM WebSphere Application Server | >=8.5.0.0<=8.5.5.17 | |
| IBM WebSphere Application Server | >=9.0.0.0<=9.0.5.2 | |
| IBM WebSphere Application Server | >=9.0.0.0<=9.0.5.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-4720?
CVE-2019-4720 has a medium severity level that can lead to a denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2019-4720?
To fix CVE-2019-4720, you should upgrade to IBM WebSphere Application Server versions that are not affected by this vulnerability.
What types of IBM WebSphere Application Server are affected by CVE-2019-4720?
CVE-2019-4720 affects IBM WebSphere Application Server versions 7.0, 8.0, 8.5, and 9.0 up to specific patch levels.
What could an attacker achieve by exploiting CVE-2019-4720?
An attacker exploiting CVE-2019-4720 could cause the IBM WebSphere Application Server to consume all available memory, resulting in a denial of service.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2019-4720?
There are no documented workarounds for CVE-2019-4720 other than applying the appropriate patches or upgrades.
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