What is CVE-2020-4216?

CVE-2020-4216 is a vulnerability in IBM Spectrum Protect Plus that allows remote attackers to bypass authentication.

Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2020-4216?

No, authentication is not required to exploit CVE-2020-4216.

What is the severity of CVE-2020-4216?

CVE-2020-4216 has a severity rating of 9.8, which is considered critical.

How can I fix the CVE-2020-4216 vulnerability?

To fix the CVE-2020-4216 vulnerability, you should update IBM Spectrum Protect Plus to a version that is not affected.

Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-4216?

You can find more information about CVE-2020-4216 on the IBM Support, Zero Day Initiative, and IBM X-Force Exchange websites.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2020-4216

critical

9.8

CWE

798

12/6/2020

15/6/2020

4/8/2024

16/9/2024

CVE-2020-4216: IBM Spectrum Protect Plus Hardcoded Username And Password Authentication Bypass Vulnerability

First published: Fri Jun 12 2020(Updated: )

IBM Spectrum Protect Plus 10.1.0 through 10.1.5 contains hard-coded credentials, such as a password or cryptographic key, which it uses for its own inbound authentication, outbound communication to external components, or encryption of internal data. IBM X-Force ID: 175066.

Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com

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

IBM Spectrum Protect Plus	<=10.1.0-10.1.5

Remedy

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6221332

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2020-4216?
CVE-2020-4216 is a vulnerability in IBM Spectrum Protect Plus that allows remote attackers to bypass authentication.
Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2020-4216?
No, authentication is not required to exploit CVE-2020-4216.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-4216?
CVE-2020-4216 has a severity rating of 9.8, which is considered critical.
How can I fix the CVE-2020-4216 vulnerability?
To fix the CVE-2020-4216 vulnerability, you should update IBM Spectrum Protect Plus to a version that is not affected.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-4216?
You can find more information about CVE-2020-4216 on the IBM Support, Zero Day Initiative, and IBM X-Force Exchange websites.

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