Description Preview
The vulnerability in IBM Rational AppScan Enterprise versions 5.x and 8.x before 8.5.0.1 enables remote authenticated users to upload a malicious .aspx file, which can then be accessed to execute arbitrary ASP.NET code. This could potentially lead to unauthorized access, data manipulation, or other malicious activities on the affected system.
Overview
This vulnerability allows remote authenticated users to exploit the file upload functionality in IBM Rational AppScan Enterprise to upload a malicious .aspx file, which can then be executed to run arbitrary ASP.NET code on the server. The issue affects versions 5.x and 8.x before 8.5.0.1 of the software.
Remediation
To remediate this vulnerability, users are advised to update their IBM Rational AppScan Enterprise software to version 8.5.0.1 or later. This updated version includes patches and fixes to address the unrestricted file upload vulnerability, preventing remote authenticated users from executing arbitrary ASP.NET code through malicious file uploads.
References
- Secunia Advisory: http://secunia.com/advisories/48967
- IBM Support Document: http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21592188
- IBM X-Force Exchange Vulnerability: https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/74366
- Secunia Advisory: http://secunia.com/advisories/48968
- SecurityFocus BID: http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/53247
Industry ExposureMost to leastThis 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.
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.
- Accommodation & Food ServicesAccommodation & Food Services
- Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation ServicesAdministrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
- Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & HuntingAgriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
- Arts, Entertainment & RecreationArts, Entertainment & Recreation
- 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
