What is the severity of ZDI-20-878?

The severity of ZDI-20-878 is critical due to the potential for remote code execution without authentication.

How do I fix ZDI-20-878?

To fix ZDI-20-878, apply the latest security patches provided by IBM for WebSphere.

What systems are affected by ZDI-20-878?

ZDI-20-878 affects installations of IBM WebSphere that handle SOAP protocol.

Is authentication required to exploit ZDI-20-878?

No, authentication is not required to exploit ZDI-20-878.

What type of vulnerability is ZDI-20-878?

ZDI-20-878 is classified as a remote code execution vulnerability.

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ZDI-20-878

critical

9.8

4/8/2024

ZDI-20-878: IBM WebSphere Application Server SOAP Deserialization of Untrusted Data Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of IBM WebSphere. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the handling of the SOAP protocol. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in deserialization of untrusted data. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of root.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of ZDI-20-878?
The severity of ZDI-20-878 is critical due to the potential for remote code execution without authentication.
How do I fix ZDI-20-878?
To fix ZDI-20-878, apply the latest security patches provided by IBM for WebSphere.
What systems are affected by ZDI-20-878?
ZDI-20-878 affects installations of IBM WebSphere that handle SOAP protocol.
Is authentication required to exploit ZDI-20-878?
No, authentication is not required to exploit ZDI-20-878.
What type of vulnerability is ZDI-20-878?
ZDI-20-878 is classified as a remote code execution vulnerability.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of ZDI-20-878?
The severity of ZDI-20-878 is critical due to the potential for remote code execution without authentication.
How do I fix ZDI-20-878?
To fix ZDI-20-878, apply the latest security patches provided by IBM for WebSphere.
What systems are affected by ZDI-20-878?
ZDI-20-878 affects installations of IBM WebSphere that handle SOAP protocol.
Is authentication required to exploit ZDI-20-878?
No, authentication is not required to exploit ZDI-20-878.
What type of vulnerability is ZDI-20-878?
ZDI-20-878 is classified as a remote code execution vulnerability.