Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in IBM i2 Intelligent Analysis Platform
CVE-2020-4287

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

IBM
Status
I2 Analysts Notebook
Vendor
CVE Published:
14 May 2020

What is CVE-2020-4287?

The IBM i2 Intelligent Analysis Platform 9.2.1 contains a vulnerability that allows a remote attacker to exploit a memory corruption issue. By tricking a user into opening a specially-crafted document, an attacker can execute arbitrary code on the victim's system with their privileges, potentially resulting in unauthorized actions or application crashes. This loophole emphasizes the need for vigilance in handling documents and prompts users to update their systems promptly.

Affected Version(s)

i2 Analysts Notebook 9.2.1

References

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6209081
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https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/176269
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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