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CVE-2018-1701

8.5 · HIGH

IBM InfoSphere Information Server 11.7 could allow an authenciated user under specialized conditions to inject commands into the installation process that would execute on the WebSphere Application…

Published Feb 15, 2019EPSS 1.24%

Overview

CVE-2018-1701 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on February 15, 2019 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 8.5 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 8.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

IBM InfoSphere Information Server 11.7 could allow an authenciated user under specialized conditions to inject commands into the installation process that would execute on the WebSphere Application Server. IBM X-Force ID: 145970.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2018-1701?

CVE-2018-1701 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on February 15, 2019 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 8.5 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2018-1701?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 8.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2018-1701?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2018-1701?

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