CVE-2020-4222: IBM Spectrum Protect Plus password Command Injection Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
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: 175091.
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IBM Spectrum Protect Plus 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-4222?
CVE-2020-4222 is a vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of IBM Spectrum Protect Plus.
How severe is CVE-2020-4222?
CVE-2020-4222 has a severity rating of 9.8 which is considered critical.
What is the affected software for CVE-2020-4222?
The affected software for CVE-2020-4222 is IBM Spectrum Protect Plus version 10.1.0 to 10.1.5.
How can this vulnerability be exploited?
This vulnerability can be exploited by remote attackers without requiring authentication.
Is there a fix available for CVE-2020-4222?
Yes, IBM has released a fix for this vulnerability. Please refer to the IBM support page for instructions.