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CVE-2020-4832

First published: Tue Nov 03 2020(Updated: )

IBM PowerHA 7.2 could allow a local attacker to obtain sensitive information from temporary directories after a discovery failure occurs. IBM X-Force ID: 189969.

Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
IBM HACMP<=All
IBM HACMP=7.2
IBM AIX

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2020-4832?

    CVE-2020-4832 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to the risk of sensitive information disclosure.

  • How do I fix CVE-2020-4832?

    To mitigate CVE-2020-4832, ensure that your IBM PowerHA 7.2 is updated to the latest security patches provided by IBM.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2020-4832?

    CVE-2020-4832 affects all versions of IBM PowerHA 7.2, allowing local attackers access to sensitive data in temporary directories.

  • What type of attack does CVE-2020-4832 allow?

    CVE-2020-4832 allows local attackers to obtain sensitive information from temporary directories following a discovery failure.

  • Is there a workaround for CVE-2020-4832?

    A recommended workaround for CVE-2020-4832 is to limit access to temporary directories and secure local user permissions.

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