CVE-2020-4767: High severity ibm sterling connect:direct vulnerability

Published Oct 28, 2020
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Updated

IBM Sterling Connect Direct for Microsoft Windows 4.7, 4.8, 6.0, and 6.1 could allow a remote attacker to cause a denial of service, caused by a buffer over-read. Bysending a specially crafted request, the attacker could cause the application to crash. IBM X-Force ID: 188906.

Affected Software

4 affected components
IBM Sterling Connect\>=4.7.0.0<4.7.0.7
IBM Sterling Connect\>=4.8.0.0<4.8.0.3
IBM Sterling Connect\>=6.0.0.0<6.0.0.4
IBM Sterling Connect\>=6.1.0.0<6.1.0.1

Event History

Oct 28, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:15 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-4767?

CVE-2020-4767 is rated as a moderate severity vulnerability that can lead to a denial of service.

2

How do I fix CVE-2020-4767?

To mitigate CVE-2020-4767, it is recommended to upgrade to the latest version of IBM Sterling Connect:Direct.

3

What versions of IBM Sterling Connect:Direct are affected by CVE-2020-4767?

CVE-2020-4767 affects IBM Sterling Connect:Direct versions 4.7, 4.8, 6.0, and 6.1.

4

What type of attack does CVE-2020-4767 involve?

CVE-2020-4767 involves a buffer over-read that can be exploited to cause an application crash.

5

Can CVE-2020-4767 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2020-4767 allows a remote attacker to exploit the vulnerability through a specially crafted request.

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