What is the severity of CVE-2020-4721?

CVE-2020-4721 has been classified with a moderate severity level due to its potential for local arbitrary code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2020-4721?

To fix CVE-2020-4721, upgrade IBM i2 Analyst Notebook to version 9.2.2 or later.

Who is affected by CVE-2020-4721?

Users of IBM i2 Analyst Notebook versions 9.2.0 and 9.2.1 are affected by CVE-2020-4721.

What kind of attacks can CVE-2020-4721 facilitate?

CVE-2020-4721 can facilitate attacks that allow a local attacker to execute arbitrary code by exploiting memory corruption.

What should I do if I cannot update to fix CVE-2020-4721?

If unable to update, minimize exposure by avoiding opening untrusted or specially-crafted files that could exploit CVE-2020-4721.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2020-4721

critical

9.3

CWE

787

29/10/2020

16/9/2024

CVE-2020-4721

First published: Thu Oct 29 2020(Updated: )

IBM i2 Analyst Notebook 9.2.0 and 9.2.1 could allow a local attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system, caused by a memory corruption. By persuading a victim to open a specially-crafted file, an attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code on the system. IBM X-Force ID: 187868.

Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
IBM i2 Analyst's Notebook	=9.2.0
IBM i2 Analyst's Notebook	=9.2.1

Remedy

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6356497

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-4721?
CVE-2020-4721 has been classified with a moderate severity level due to its potential for local arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2020-4721?
To fix CVE-2020-4721, upgrade IBM i2 Analyst Notebook to version 9.2.2 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2020-4721?
Users of IBM i2 Analyst Notebook versions 9.2.0 and 9.2.1 are affected by CVE-2020-4721.
What kind of attacks can CVE-2020-4721 facilitate?
CVE-2020-4721 can facilitate attacks that allow a local attacker to execute arbitrary code by exploiting memory corruption.
What should I do if I cannot update to fix CVE-2020-4721?
If unable to update, minimize exposure by avoiding opening untrusted or specially-crafted files that could exploit CVE-2020-4721.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-4721?
CVE-2020-4721 has been classified with a moderate severity level due to its potential for local arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2020-4721?
To fix CVE-2020-4721, upgrade IBM i2 Analyst Notebook to version 9.2.2 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2020-4721?
Users of IBM i2 Analyst Notebook versions 9.2.0 and 9.2.1 are affected by CVE-2020-4721.
What kind of attacks can CVE-2020-4721 facilitate?
CVE-2020-4721 can facilitate attacks that allow a local attacker to execute arbitrary code by exploiting memory corruption.
What should I do if I cannot update to fix CVE-2020-4721?
If unable to update, minimize exposure by avoiding opening untrusted or specially-crafted files that could exploit CVE-2020-4721.