CVE-2020-11849: Elevation of privilege and unauthorized access in Micro Focus Identity Manager product

Published Jul 8, 2020
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Updated

Elevation of privilege and/or unauthorized access vulnerability in Micro Focus Identity Manager. Affecting versions prior to 4.7.3 and 4.8.1 hot fix 1. The vulnerability could allow information exposure that can result in an elevation of privilege or an unauthorized access.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Microfocus Identity Manager<4.7.3
Microfocus Identity Manager=4.7.4
Microfocus Identity Manager=4.8.1

Remediation

Information

For version 4.7.3 https://www.netiq.com/documentation/identity-manager-47/releasenotes_idm4741_apps/data/releasenotes_idm4741_apps.html For version 4.8.1 https://www.netiq.com/documentation/identity-manager-48/releasenotes_idm4811_apps/data/releasenotes_idm4811_apps.html

Event History

Jul 8, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:30 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:30 PM
RemedyDescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-11849?

CVE-2020-11849 has been rated as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for elevation of privilege and unauthorized access.

2

How do I fix CVE-2020-11849?

To fix CVE-2020-11849, upgrade Micro Focus Identity Manager to version 4.7.4 or 4.8.1 hotfix 1 or later.

3

What versions of Micro Focus Identity Manager are affected by CVE-2020-11849?

CVE-2020-11849 affects versions of Micro Focus Identity Manager prior to 4.7.3 and 4.8.1 hotfix 1.

4

Can CVE-2020-11849 lead to data breaches?

Yes, CVE-2020-11849 can potentially lead to data breaches due to unauthorized access and information exposure.

5

Is CVE-2020-11849 a common vulnerability?

CVE-2020-11849 is specific to Micro Focus Identity Manager and may not be as widely recognized as other vulnerabilities.

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