Directory Traversal Vulnerability in IBM Security Privileged Identity Manager Virtual Appliance
CVE-2018-1618
7.7HIGH
Key Information:
- Vendor
- IBM
- Vendor
- CVE Published:
- 2 April 2019
Summary
IBM Security Privileged Identity Manager Virtual Appliance 2.2.1 is susceptible to a directory traversal flaw that permits remote attackers to craft specific URL requests. By utilizing 'dot dot' sequences (../), attackers can exploit this vulnerability to access and view arbitrary files within the system. This exposes sensitive data and can lead to further compromises. For detailed information, refer to IBM's documentation and X-Force vulnerability reports.
Affected Version(s)
Security Privileged Identity Manager 2.1.1
References
CVSS V3.1
Score:
7.7
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Changed
Timeline
Vulnerability published
Vulnerability Reserved