SB2021122244 - Improper neutralization of special elements in output used by a downstream component in IBM Cloud Automation Manager
Published: December 22, 2021 Updated: June 6, 2023
Security Bulletin ID
SB2021122244
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 Neutralization of Special Elements in Output Used by a Downstream Component (CVE-ID: CVE-2020-7769)
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.
The vulnerability exists due to use of crafted recipient email addresses. A remote unauthenticated attacker can trigger the vulnerability resulting in arbitrary command flag injection in sendmail transport for sending mails.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.