CVE-2020-4589
First published: Thu Aug 13 2020(Updated: )
IBM WebSphere Application Server 7.0, 8.0, 8.5, and 9.0 could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system with a specially-crafted sequence of serialized objects from untrusted sources. IBM X-Force ID: 184585.
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm Websphere Application Server | >=7.0.0.0<=7.0.0.45 | |
| Ibm Websphere Application Server | >=8.0.0.0<=8.0.0.15 | |
| Ibm Websphere Application Server | >=8.5.0.0<=8.5.5.17 | |
| Ibm Websphere Application Server | >=9.0.0.0<=9.0.5.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-4589?
The severity of CVE-2020-4589 is critical with a severity value of 9.8.
How does CVE-2020-4589 affect IBM WebSphere Application Server?
CVE-2020-4589 affects IBM WebSphere Application Server versions 7.0, 8.0, 8.5, and 9.0.
How can a remote attacker exploit CVE-2020-4589?
A remote attacker can exploit CVE-2020-4589 by sending a specially-crafted sequence of serialized objects from untrusted sources.
Is there a fix available for CVE-2020-4589?
Yes, IBM has provided a fix for CVE-2020-4589. Please refer to the IBM support page for more information.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-4589?
You can find more information about CVE-2020-4589 on the IBM X-Force ID page or the IBM support page.
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