CVE-2020-4258: High severity ibm i2 analyst's notebook premium vulnerability
IBM i2 Intelligent Analyis Platform 9.2.1 could allow a local attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system, caused by a memory corruption. By persuading a victim to open a specially-crafted file, an attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code on the system. IBM X-Force ID: 175637.
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IBM i2 Intelligent Analyis Platform could allow a local attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system, caused by a memory corruption. By persuading a victim to open a specially-crafted file, an attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code on the system.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-4258?
CVE-2020-4258 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2020-4258?
To fix CVE-2020-4258, users should apply the latest patches provided by IBM for IBM i2 Analysts Notebook version 9.2.1.
Who is affected by CVE-2020-4258?
CVE-2020-4258 affects users of IBM i2 Analysts Notebook and IBM i2 Analysts Notebook Premium version 9.2.1.
What type of attack can be executed using CVE-2020-4258?
CVE-2020-4258 can be exploited by local attackers to execute arbitrary code on the system.
Is it possible to exploit CVE-2020-4258 remotely?
No, CVE-2020-4258 requires local access to the system to exploit the vulnerability.