What is the severity of CVE-2020-4278?

CVE-2020-4278 has been assigned a medium severity level due to potential privilege escalation risks.

How do I fix CVE-2020-4278?

To fix CVE-2020-4278, ensure that proper file permissions are set and avoid enabling specific debug settings that contribute to the vulnerability.

Who is affected by CVE-2020-4278?

CVE-2020-4278 affects users of IBM Platform LSF 9.1, 10.1, and IBM Spectrum LSF Suite 10.2 in Linux or Unix environments.

Can CVE-2020-4278 be exploited remotely?

CVE-2020-4278 primarily requires local access, making remote exploitation unlikely under normal circumstances.

What types of systems are vulnerable to CVE-2020-4278?

Vulnerable systems include those running specific versions of IBM Platform LSF and IBM Spectrum LSF Suite with weak file permissions enabled.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2020-4278

high

7.8

CWE

732

25/2/2020

4/8/2024

CVE-2020-4278

First published: Tue Feb 25 2020(Updated: )

IBM Platform LSF 9.1 and 10.1, IBM Spectrum LSF Suite 10.2, and IBM Spectrum Suite for HPA 10.2 could allow a local user to escalate their privileges due to weak file permissions when specific debug settings are enabled in a Linux or Unix enviornment. IBM X-Force ID: 176137.

Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
IBM Platform LSF	=9.1
IBM Platform LSF	=10.1
IBM Spectrum Computing for High Performance Analytics	=10.2
IBM Spectrum LSF Suite	=10.2

Remedy

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/3357549

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-4278?
CVE-2020-4278 has been assigned a medium severity level due to potential privilege escalation risks.
How do I fix CVE-2020-4278?
To fix CVE-2020-4278, ensure that proper file permissions are set and avoid enabling specific debug settings that contribute to the vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2020-4278?
CVE-2020-4278 affects users of IBM Platform LSF 9.1, 10.1, and IBM Spectrum LSF Suite 10.2 in Linux or Unix environments.
Can CVE-2020-4278 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2020-4278 primarily requires local access, making remote exploitation unlikely under normal circumstances.
What types of systems are vulnerable to CVE-2020-4278?
Vulnerable systems include those running specific versions of IBM Platform LSF and IBM Spectrum LSF Suite with weak file permissions enabled.

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