CVE-2020-4195: Medium severity api connect cli plugins vulnerability

Published May 11, 2020
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Updated

IBM API Connect could allow a remote attacker to hijack the clicking action of the victim. By persuading a victim to visit a malicious Web site, a remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability to hijack the victim's click actions and possibly launch further attacks against the victim.

Other sources

IBM API Connect V2018.4.1.0 through 2018.4.1.10 could allow a remote attacker to hijack the clicking action of the victim. By persuading a victim to visit a malicious Web site, a remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability to hijack the victim's click actions and possibly launch further attacks against the victim. IBM X-Force ID: 174859.

Affected Software

2 affected components
IBM API Connect>=2018.4.1.0<=2018.4.1.10
IBM API Connect<=IBM API Connect V2018.4.1.0-2018.4.1.10

Event History

May 11, 2020
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
May 12, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:40 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:40 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-4195?

CVE-2020-4195 is a vulnerability in IBM API Connect V2018.4.1.0 through 2018.4.1.10 that could allow a remote attacker to hijack the clicking action of the victim.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2020-4195?

CVE-2020-4195 has a severity score of 5.4, which is considered medium.

3

How does CVE-2020-4195 work?

CVE-2020-4195 allows a remote attacker to hijack the victim's click actions by persuading them to visit a malicious website.

4

How can I protect myself from CVE-2020-4195?

To protect yourself from CVE-2020-4195, make sure to keep your IBM API Connect software up to date with the latest security patches and be cautious when visiting unknown or suspicious websites.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-4195?

You can find more information about CVE-2020-4195 on the IBM X-Force Exchange website and the IBM Support page.

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