CVE-2020-4272: Path Traversal

Published Apr 6, 2020
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Updated

IBM QRadar 7.3.0 to 7.3.3 Patch 2 could allow a remote attacker to include arbitrary files. A remote attacker could send a specially-crafted request specify a malicious file from a remote system, which could allow the attacker to execute arbitrary code on the vulnerable server. IBM X-ForceID: 175898.

Other sources

IBM QRadar could allow a remote attacker to include arbitrary files. A remote attacker could send a specially-crafted request specify a malicious file from a remote system, which could allow the attacker to execute arbitrary code on the vulnerable server.

IBM

Affected Software

5 affected components
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager>=7.3.0<7.3.3
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.3.3
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.3.3-p1
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.3.3-p2
Linux Linux kernel

Event History

Apr 6, 2020
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via IBM·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Apr 14, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-4272?

CVE-2020-4272 is classified as a critical vulnerability that can allow remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2020-4272?

To fix CVE-2020-4272, users should upgrade IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager to version 7.3.3 Patch 3 or later.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2020-4272?

CVE-2020-4272 affects IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager versions 7.3.0 to 7.3.3 Patch 2.

4

Can CVE-2020-4272 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2020-4272 can be exploited by remote attackers through specially-crafted requests.

5

What impact does CVE-2020-4272 have on system security?

Exploitation of CVE-2020-4272 can lead to unauthorized execution of arbitrary code on the vulnerable server.

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