Authentication Bypass Vulnerability in IBM OpenPages by IBM
CVE-2024-49779

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

IBM
Status
Openpages With Watson
Vendor
CVE Published:
20 February 2025

What is CVE-2024-49779?

The vulnerability in IBM OpenPages with Watson versions 8.3 and 9.0 poses a significant security risk, allowing remote attackers to exploit improper validation of authentication cookies. By manipulating the CSRF token and Session ID cookie parameters, an attacker can potentially bypass security restrictions, leading to unauthorized access to sensitive application data. It is crucial for users of IBM OpenPages to be aware of this vulnerability and take necessary precautions.

Affected Version(s)

OpenPages with Watson 8.3, 9.0

References

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7183541
vendor-advisory

CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

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