CVE-2020-4464: IBM WebSphere Application Server SOAP Deserialization of Untrusted Data Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
IBM WebSphere Application Server 7.0, 8.0, 8.5, and 9.0 traditional could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on a system with a specially-crafted sequence of serialized objects over the SOAP connector. IBM X-Force ID: 181489.
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IBM WebSphere Application Server traditional could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on a system with a specially-crafted sequence of serialized objects over the SOAP connector.
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of IBM WebSphere. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the handling of the SOAP protocol. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in deserialization of untrusted data. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of root.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-4464?
CVE-2020-4464 is a critical vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of IBM WebSphere Application Server.
How severe is CVE-2020-4464?
CVE-2020-4464 is rated as critical with a severity score of 9.8 out of 10.
What is the affected software?
The affected software includes IBM WebSphere Application Server versions 7.0 to 9.0.
Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2020-4464?
No, authentication is not required to exploit CVE-2020-4464.
How can I fix CVE-2020-4464?
To fix CVE-2020-4464, apply the necessary patches provided by IBM and update to the latest version of IBM WebSphere Application Server.