File Upload Vulnerability in IBM Cognos Controller
CVE-2024-40691

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

IBM
Status
Cognos Controller
Vendor
CVE Published:
3 December 2024

What is CVE-2024-40691?

IBM Cognos Controller versions 11.0.0 and 11.0.1 are susceptible to a vulnerability that allows for the upload of malicious files through the web interface. This occurs due to the application’s failure to adequately validate the content of uploaded files. Exploitation of this flaw enables attackers to upload harmful executable files, potentially leading to further compromises within the affected system. Organizations utilizing these versions of Cognos Controller should take immediate action to secure their environments against this file upload weakness.

References

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7177220

CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

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