IBM SDK, Java Technology Edition Version 7.0.0.0 through 7.0.10.55, 7.1.0.0 through 7.1.4.55, and 8.0.0.0 through 8.0.6.0 could allow a local authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system, caused by DLL search order hijacking vulnerability in Microsoft Windows client. By placing a specially-crafted file in a compromised folder, an attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code on the system. IBM X-Force ID: 172618.
This vulnerability carries a MEDIUM severity rating with a CVSS v3.1 score of 6.5, requiring local system access to exploit with relatively low complexity though user interaction is required . The vulnerability impacts confidentiality (data exposure), integrity (unauthorized modifications), and availability (service disruption) for affected systems. Impacting 3 products from ibm, from microsoft, from ibm organizations running these solutions should prioritize assessment and patching.
Reported in 2020, this vulnerability emerged during an era marked by increased sophistication in supply chain attacks, cloud infrastructure vulnerabilities, and software-as-a-service (SaaS) security challenges. Security practices during this period emphasized zero-trust architectures, container security, and API protection.
2020-02-03T17:15:14.627
2024-11-21T04:44:04.300
Modified
CVSSv3.1: 6.5 (MEDIUM)
AV:L/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
3.4
10.0
| Type | Vendor | Product | Version/Range | Vulnerable? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Application | ibm | sdk | ≤ 7.0.10.55 | Yes |
| Application | ibm | sdk | ≤ 7.1.4.55 | Yes |
| Application | ibm | sdk | ≤ 8.0.6.0 | Yes |
| Operating System | microsoft | windows | - | No |
| Application | ibm | websphere_application_server | 7.0 | Yes |
| Application | ibm | websphere_application_server | 8.0 | Yes |
| Application | ibm | websphere_application_server | 8.5 | Yes |
| Application | ibm | websphere_application_server | 9.0 | Yes |
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