What is CVE-2020-4213?

CVE-2020-4213 is a vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of IBM Spectrum Protect Plus.

How severe is CVE-2020-4213?

CVE-2020-4213 has a severity rating of 9.8 out of 10, which is classified as critical.

Which software is affected by CVE-2020-4213?

IBM Spectrum Protect Plus versions 10.1.0 through 10.1.5 are affected by CVE-2020-4213.

How can CVE-2020-4213 be exploited?

CVE-2020-4213 can be exploited by remote attackers without authentication through the Administrative Console Framework service.

What is the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID associated with CVE-2020-4213?

The CWE ID associated with CVE-2020-4213 is CWE-78, which refers to Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection').

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CVE-2020-4213: IBM Spectrum Protect Plus username Command Injection Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

First published: Fri Feb 21 2020(Updated: )

IBM Spectrum Protect Plus 10.1.0 and 10.1.5 could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system. By using a specially crafted HTTP command, an attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary command on the system. IBM X-Force ID: 175024.

Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
IBM Spectrum Protect	>=10.1.0<10.1.5
IBM Spectrum Protect	=10.1.5
IBM Spectrum Protect Plus	<=10.1.0-10.1.5

Remedy

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/3178863

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2020-4213?
CVE-2020-4213 is a vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of IBM Spectrum Protect Plus.
How severe is CVE-2020-4213?
CVE-2020-4213 has a severity rating of 9.8 out of 10, which is classified as critical.
Which software is affected by CVE-2020-4213?
IBM Spectrum Protect Plus versions 10.1.0 through 10.1.5 are affected by CVE-2020-4213.
How can CVE-2020-4213 be exploited?
CVE-2020-4213 can be exploited by remote attackers without authentication through the Administrative Console Framework service.
What is the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID associated with CVE-2020-4213?
The CWE ID associated with CVE-2020-4213 is CWE-78, which refers to Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection').

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