CVE-2020-4984: IBM Engineering Requirements Management DOORS and DOORS Web Access vulnerability
Published Jul 6, 2026
·Updated
IBM DOORS Web Access could allow a remote attacker to obtain sensitive information when a detailed technical error message is returned in the browser. This information could be used in further attacks against the system.
Affected Software
2 affected components
IBM Engineering Requirements Management DOORS and DOORS Web Access<=9.7.2.1 - 9.7.2.11
IBM Engineering Requirements Management DOORS and DOORS Web Access<=9.6.1.1 - 9.6.1.13
Event History
Jul 6, 2026
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via IBM·12:00 AM
DescriptionAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2020-4984?
CVE-2020-4984 has a risk score of 18, indicating it poses a significant security concern.
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How can I fix CVE-2020-4984?
To mitigate CVE-2020-4984, ensure that detailed error messages are not displayed to users in the browser.
3
What software is affected by CVE-2020-4984?
CVE-2020-4984 affects IBM Engineering Requirements Management DOORS and DOORS Web Access.
4
What kind of information could be exposed due to CVE-2020-4984?
CVE-2020-4984 could expose sensitive information contained in detailed technical error messages.
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Can CVE-2020-4984 lead to further attacks?
Yes, the sensitive information exposed through CVE-2020-4984 could be leveraged by attackers for subsequent attacks against the system.