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An unspecified Domino API in IBM Lotus Notes Traveler before 8.5.1.1 does not properly handle MIME types, which can be exploited by remote attackers to crash the daemon, resulting in a denial of service.
Overview
This vulnerability affects IBM Lotus Notes Traveler versions prior to 8.5.1.1. It is caused by improper handling of MIME types in an unspecified Domino API, allowing remote attackers to exploit the issue and crash the daemon, leading to a denial of service condition.
Remediation
To remediate this vulnerability, users are advised to upgrade to IBM Lotus Notes Traveler version 8.5.1.1 or later. By updating to the patched version, the issue with MIME type handling in the Domino API is addressed, preventing remote attackers from causing a denial of service.
References
- IBM Security Bulletin: LO45478 - http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg1LO45478
- IBM Lotus Notes Traveler 8.5.1 FP3 Release Notes - http://www-10.lotus.com/ldd/dominowiki.nsf/dx/Lotus_Notes_Traveler_851_FP3_Release_Notes
- IBM Lotus Notes Traveler API Information - http://www-10.lotus.com/ldd/dominowiki.nsf/page.xsp?documentId=A6604E906E0DF2DF8525778B005D4466&action=openDocument
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This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
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- ConstructionConstruction
- Educational ServicesEducational Services
- Finance and InsuranceFinance and Insurance
- Health Care & Social AssistanceHealth Care & Social Assistance
- InformationInformation
- Management of Companies & EnterprisesManagement of Companies & Enterprises
- ManufacturingManufacturing
- MiningMining
- Other Services (except Public Administration)Other Services (except Public Administration)
- Professional, Scientific, & Technical ServicesProfessional, Scientific, & Technical Services
- Public AdministrationPublic Administration
- Real Estate Rental & LeasingReal Estate Rental & Leasing
- Retail TradeRetail Trade
- Transportation & WarehousingTransportation & Warehousing
- UtilitiesUtilities
- Wholesale TradeWholesale Trade
