IBM AppScan Enterprise Edition could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system, caused by improper handling of objects in memory. By persuading a victim to open specially-crafted content, an attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code on the system in the same context as the victim.
This vulnerability carries a HIGH severity rating with a CVSS v3.1 score of 7.3, requiring local system access to exploit with relatively low complexity though user interaction is required requiring only low-level privileges . The vulnerability impacts confidentiality (data exposure), integrity (unauthorized modifications), and availability (service disruption) for affected systems. Impacting 1 product from ibm organizations running these solutions should prioritize assessment and patching.
First disclosed in 2017, this vulnerability was reported during a period defined by widespread IoT adoption challenges, mobile security concerns, and the emergence of advanced persistent threat (APT) techniques. Contemporary mitigation strategies focused on secure development practices and third-party component vetting.
2017-02-01T20:59:01.847
2025-04-20T01:37:25.860
Deferred
CVSSv3.0: 7.3 (HIGH)
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
8.6
10.0
| Type | Vendor | Product | Version/Range | Vulnerable? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Application | ibm | security_appscan | 9.0.0.0 | Yes |
| Application | ibm | security_appscan | 9.0.0.1 | Yes |
| Application | ibm | security_appscan | 9.0.1.0 | Yes |
| Application | ibm | security_appscan | 9.0.1.1 | Yes |
| Application | ibm | security_appscan | 9.0.2.0 | Yes |
| Application | ibm | security_appscan | 9.0.2.1 | Yes |
| Application | ibm | security_appscan | 9.0.3.0 | Yes |
| Application | ibm | security_appscan | 9.0.3.1 | Yes |
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