What is the vulnerability CVE-2020-4598?

CVE-2020-4598 is a vulnerability in IBM Security Guardium Insights 2.0.1 that allows a remote attacker to conduct phishing attacks using an open redirect attack.

How can a remote attacker exploit CVE-2020-4598?

A remote attacker can exploit CVE-2020-4598 by persuading a victim to visit a specially crafted website, which will spoof the URL displayed and redirect the user to a malicious site.

What is the severity rating of CVE-2020-4598?

The severity rating of CVE-2020-4598 is 6.5 out of 10, classified as medium.

Which software is affected by CVE-2020-4598?

IBM Security Guardium Insights version 2.0.1 is affected by CVE-2020-4598.

How can I fix CVE-2020-4598?

To fix CVE-2020-4598, apply the patch provided by IBM. For more information, visit the IBM support page.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2020-4598

medium

6.5

CWE

601

20/8/2020

24/8/2020

16/9/2024

CVE-2020-4598

First published: Thu Aug 20 2020(Updated: )

IBM Security Guardium Insights 2.0.1 could allow a remote attacker to conduct phishing attacks, using an open redirect attack. By persuading a victim to visit a specially crafted Web site, a remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability to spoof the URL displayed to redirect a user to a malicious Web site that would appear to be trusted. This could allow the attacker to obtain highly sensitive information or conduct further attacks against the victim. IBM X-Force ID: 184823.

Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
IBM Security Guardium Insights	<=2.0.1
IBM Security Guardium Insights	=2.0.1
Linux Linux kernel

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the vulnerability CVE-2020-4598?
CVE-2020-4598 is a vulnerability in IBM Security Guardium Insights 2.0.1 that allows a remote attacker to conduct phishing attacks using an open redirect attack.
How can a remote attacker exploit CVE-2020-4598?
A remote attacker can exploit CVE-2020-4598 by persuading a victim to visit a specially crafted website, which will spoof the URL displayed and redirect the user to a malicious site.
What is the severity rating of CVE-2020-4598?
The severity rating of CVE-2020-4598 is 6.5 out of 10, classified as medium.
Which software is affected by CVE-2020-4598?
IBM Security Guardium Insights version 2.0.1 is affected by CVE-2020-4598.
How can I fix CVE-2020-4598?
To fix CVE-2020-4598, apply the patch provided by IBM. For more information, visit the IBM support page.

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