Stack-Based Buffer Overflow in IBM Sterling Connect:Direct for UNIX
CVE-2020-4587

8.4HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

IBM
Status
Sterling Connect:direct For Unix
Connect:direct For Unix
Vendor
CVE Published:
24 August 2020

What is CVE-2020-4587?

IBM Sterling Connect:Direct for UNIX is prone to a stack-based buffer overflow due to flawed bounds checking in specific versions. A local attacker may exploit this vulnerability to gain unauthorized root privileges, potentially compromising the integrity and confidentiality of the system. Immediate attention and corrective measures are advised for affected versions.

Affected Version(s)

Connect:Direct for UNIX 6.1.0

Connect:Direct for UNIX 6.0.0

Sterling Connect:Direct for UNIX 4.2.0

References

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6320317
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https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/184578
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.4
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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