CVE-2020-4549: High severity IBM i2 Analysts Notebook vulnerability
IBM i2 Analyst Notebook 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: 183317.
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IBM i2 Analyst's Notebook 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-2020-4549?
CVE-2020-4549 has a high severity level due to the potential for arbitrary code execution by local attackers.
How do I fix CVE-2020-4549?
To fix CVE-2020-4549, upgrade to a patched version of IBM i2 Analyst's Notebook beyond 9.2.1.
Who is affected by CVE-2020-4549?
CVE-2020-4549 affects users of IBM i2 Analyst's Notebook and IBM i2 Analyst's Notebook Premium versions up to 9.2.1.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-4549?
CVE-2020-4549 is a memory corruption vulnerability that allows for arbitrary code execution.
What action can an attacker take using CVE-2020-4549?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2020-4549 by persuading a victim to open a specially-crafted file to execute arbitrary code.