Local Code Execution Vulnerability in IBM i2 Analyst Notebook
CVE-2020-4549

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
IBM
Status
I2 Analyst Notebook
Vendor
CVE Published:
3 August 2020

Summary

A vulnerability has been identified in IBM i2 Analyst Notebook 9.2.1 that may enable a local attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system. This issue arises due to memory corruption when the application processes a specially-crafted file. By enticing a user to open this malicious file, an attacker could gain unauthorized access and execute code, potentially compromising system integrity. It is crucial for users of affected versions to apply necessary patches and updates to mitigate the risk.

Affected Version(s)

i2 Analyst Notebook 9.2.1

i2 Analyst Notebook 9.2.2

References

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6254694
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https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/183317
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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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