CVE-2020-4711: Path Traversal
Published Sep 15, 2020
·Updated
IBM Spectrum Protect Plus 10.1.0 through 10.1.6 could allow a remote attacker to traverse directories on the system. An attacker could send a specially-crafted URL request containing "dot dot" sequences (/../) to view arbitrary files on the system. IBM X-Force ID: 187501.
Affected Software
1 affected component
IBM Spectrum Protect Plus>=10.1.0<=10.1.6
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Sep 15, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:50 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:50 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the vulnerability ID for IBM Spectrum Protect Plus?
The vulnerability ID for IBM Spectrum Protect Plus is CVE-2020-4711.
2
What is the severity of CVE-2020-4711?
The severity of CVE-2020-4711 is medium.
3
How does CVE-2020-4711 impact IBM Spectrum Protect Plus?
CVE-2020-4711 allows a remote attacker to traverse directories on the system and view arbitrary files.
4
What versions of IBM Spectrum Protect Plus are affected by CVE-2020-4711?
Versions 10.1.0 through 10.1.6 of IBM Spectrum Protect Plus are affected by CVE-2020-4711.
5
Is there a fix available for CVE-2020-4711?
Yes, IBM has provided a fix for CVE-2020-4711. Please refer to IBM's support page for more information.