CVE-2024-45085: IBM WebSphere Application Server denial of service

Published Oct 15, 2024
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Updated

IBM WebSphere Application Server 8.5 is vulnerable to a denial of service, under certain configurations, caused by an unexpected specially crafted request. A remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability to cause an error resulting in a denial of service.

Other sources

IBM WebSphere Application Server is vulnerable to a denial of service, under certain configurations, caused by an unexpected specially crafted request. A remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability to cause an error resulting in a denial of service.

IBM

Affected Software

2 affected components
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services<=8.5
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services>=8.5.0.0<8.5.5.27

Event History

Oct 15, 2024
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:12 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:12 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-45085?

CVE-2024-45085 is a denial of service vulnerability that can significantly impact IBM WebSphere Application Server 8.5 under certain configurations.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-45085?

To mitigate CVE-2024-45085, it is recommended to apply the latest patches provided by IBM for WebSphere Application Server 8.5.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2024-45085?

CVE-2024-45085 affects users of IBM WebSphere Application Server version 8.5 and its specific configurations.

4

What could an attacker do with CVE-2024-45085?

An attacker could exploit CVE-2024-45085 to send a specially crafted request, resulting in a denial of service condition.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2024-45085?

Currently, IBM recommends applying patches as the most effective means of addressing CVE-2024-45085; specific workarounds are not detailed.

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