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CVE-2020-4849

First published: Mon Dec 14 2020(Updated: )

IBM Tivoli Netcool Impact 7.1.0.0 through 7.1.0.19 Interim Fix 7 could allow a remote attacker to bypass security restrictions, caused by a reverse tabnabbing flaw. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability and redirect a vitcim to a phishing site. IBM X-Force ID: 190294.

Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
IBM Tivoli Netcool/Impact>=7.1.0.0<=7.1.0.19
IBM Tivoli Netcool/Impact<=7.1.0.0~7.1.0.19 Interim Fix 7

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2020-4849?

    CVE-2020-4849 has been categorized with a high severity level due to its potential for exploitation by remote attackers.

  • How do I fix CVE-2020-4849?

    To mitigate CVE-2020-4849, ensure that you update IBM Tivoli Netcool Impact to version 7.1.0.20 or later.

  • What types of attacks are possible with CVE-2020-4849?

    CVE-2020-4849 can be exploited to perform phishing attacks by redirecting victims to malicious sites.

  • Which versions of IBM Tivoli Netcool Impact are affected by CVE-2020-4849?

    CVE-2020-4849 affects IBM Tivoli Netcool Impact versions from 7.1.0.0 to 7.1.0.19 Interim Fix 7.

  • Is there any workaround for CVE-2020-4849?

    Currently, the recommended solution for CVE-2020-4849 is to apply the necessary update to resolve the vulnerability.

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