CVE-2022-34165: Medium severity ibm websphere application server feature pack for web services vulnerability

Published Sep 9, 2022
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Updated

IBM WebSphere Application Server 7.0, 8.0, 8.5, and 9.0 and IBM WebSphere Application Server Liberty 17.0.0.3 through 22.0.0.9 are vulnerable to HTTP header injection, caused by improper validation. This could allow an attacker to conduct various attacks against the vulnerable system, including cache poisoning and cross-site scripting. IBM X-Force ID: 229429.

Affected Software

14 affected components
IBM WebSphere Application Server>=7.0.0.0<=7.0.0.45
IBM WebSphere Application Server>=8.0.0.0<=8.0.0.15
IBM WebSphere Application Server>=8.5.0.0<=8.5.5.22
IBM WebSphere Application Server>=9.0.0.0<=9.0.5.13
IBM WebSphere Application Server>=17.0.0.3<22.0.0.9
Apple macOS
HP HP-UX
IBM AIX
IBM i
IBM Z\/os
Linux Linux kernel
Microsoft Windows
Oracle Solaris
IBM Spectrum Control<=5.4

Event History

Sep 9, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2022-34165?

CVE-2022-34165 is a vulnerability that affects IBM WebSphere Application Server versions 7.0, 8.0, 8.5, and 9.0, as well as IBM WebSphere Application Server Liberty versions 17.0.0.3 through 22.0.0.9. It is caused by improper validation of HTTP headers and can allow various attacks against the system.

2

How severe is CVE-2022-34165?

CVE-2022-34165 has a severity rating of 5.4, which is considered medium.

3

How can I fix CVE-2022-34165?

To fix CVE-2022-34165, you should update your IBM WebSphere Application Server or IBM WebSphere Application Server Liberty to versions that are not affected by the vulnerability.

4

Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-34165?

You can find more information about CVE-2022-34165 on the IBM X-Force Exchange website and the IBM Support pages.

5

What is CWE-74?

CWE-74 refers to Improper Neutralization of Special Elements in Output Used by a Downstream Component ('Injection').

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