SB2018082207 - Remote code execution in IBM WebSphere Application Server
Published: August 22, 2018
Security Bulletin ID
SB2018082207
Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Remote access
Highest impact
Code execution
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.
1) Improper configuration (CVE-ID: N/A)
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.
The vulnerability exists due to improper configuration of ViewState settings (if ViewState is configured to use unencrypted state information). A remote unauthenticated attacker can execute arbitrary code residing in the target server's classpath.
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.