CVE-2020-4607: Input Validation

Published Sep 24, 2020
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Updated

IBM Security Secret Server (IBM Security Verify Privilege Vault Remote 1.2 ) could allow a local user to bypass security restrictions due to improper input validation. IBM X-Force ID: 184884.

Other sources

IBM Security Secret Server could allow a local user to bypass security restrictions due to improper input validation.

Affected Software

3 affected components
IBM Security Verify Privilege Vault Remote On-premises=1.3.2
macOS
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Sep 24, 2020
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via IBM·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Sep 29, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:50 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:50 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-4607?

CVE-2020-4607 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to improper input validation allowing security restrictions to be bypassed.

2

How do I fix CVE-2020-4607?

To fix CVE-2020-4607, ensure that you are using the latest version of IBM Security Verify Privilege Vault Remote and apply any available patches.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2020-4607?

CVE-2020-4607 affects local users of the IBM Security Verify Privilege Vault Remote 1.2 and potentially 1.3.2.

4

What can happen if CVE-2020-4607 is exploited?

Exploitation of CVE-2020-4607 can allow local users to bypass important security controls, compromising the integrity of the system.

5

Is CVE-2020-4607 fixed in newer versions?

Yes, CVE-2020-4607 is addressed in later versions of IBM Security Verify Privilege Vault Remote, so upgrading is essential.

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