CVE-2021-20509: Critical severity IBM Maximo Asset Management vulnerability

Published Aug 5, 2021
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Updated

IBM Maximo Asset Management 7.6.0 and 7.6.1 is potentially vulnerable to CSV Injection. A remote attacker could execute arbitrary commands on the system, caused by improper validation of csv file contents. IBM X-Force ID: 198243.

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IBM Maximo Asset Management is potentially vulnerable to CSV Injection. A remote attacker could execute arbitrary commands on the system, caused by improper validation of csv file contents.

IBM

Affected Software

3 affected components
IBM Maximo Asset Management<=7.6.0.x
IBM Maximo Asset Management<=7.6.1.x
IBM Maximo Asset Management>7.6.0.0<7.6.1.2

Event History

Aug 5, 2021
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Aug 12, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:05 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:05 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID for this vulnerability is CVE-2021-20509.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2021-20509?

CVE-2021-20509 has a severity rating of 9.8 (Critical).

3

What is CSV Injection?

CSV Injection is a type of vulnerability where an attacker can manipulate a CSV file to inject malicious content that can be executed by the application.

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How does CVE-2021-20509 affect IBM Maximo Asset Management?

CVE-2021-20509 can potentially allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the system due to improper validation of CSV file contents in IBM Maximo Asset Management version 7.6.0 and 7.6.1.

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How can I fix the vulnerability in IBM Maximo Asset Management?

To fix the vulnerability in IBM Maximo Asset Management, it is recommended to apply the necessary patches or updates provided by IBM.

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