CVE-2020-4643: XEE
First published: Thu Sep 17 2020(Updated: )
IBM WebSphere Application Server 7.0, 8.0, 8.5, and 9.0 is vulnerable to an XML External Entity Injection (XXE) attack when processing XML data. A remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability to expose sensitive information. IBM X-Force ID: 185590.
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services | >=7.0.0.0<=7.0.0.45 | |
| IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services | >=8.0.0.0<=8.0.0.15 | |
| IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services | >=8.5.0.0<=8.5.5.17 | |
| IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services | >=9.0.0.0<=9.0.5.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-4643?
CVE-2020-4643 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for sensitive information exposure.
How do I fix CVE-2020-4643?
To fix CVE-2020-4643, upgrade your IBM WebSphere Application Server to the latest version that patches the vulnerability.
Which versions of IBM WebSphere Application Server are affected by CVE-2020-4643?
CVE-2020-4643 affects IBM WebSphere Application Server versions 7.0, 8.0, 8.5, and 9.0 up to certain patch levels.
What type of attack is exploited by CVE-2020-4643?
CVE-2020-4643 is exploited through an XML External Entity Injection (XXE) attack.
Can CVE-2020-4643 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2020-4643 can be exploited remotely by an attacker with the ability to send malicious XML data.
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