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The vulnerability identified as CVE-2012-4861 affects the web server in InfoSphere Data Replication Dashboard within IBM InfoSphere Replication Server versions 9.7 and 10.1 through 10.1.0.4. This vulnerability enables remote authenticated users to access and list directories by making a direct request for a directory URL. By exploiting this vulnerability, an attacker could gain unauthorized access to sensitive information stored within the affected system.
Overview
This vulnerability in IBM InfoSphere Replication Server allows authenticated remote users to enumerate directories on the server by directly requesting directory URLs. This could potentially lead to unauthorized access to sensitive information and poses a security risk to the affected system.
Remediation
To remediate this vulnerability, IBM recommends applying the necessary security patches and updates provided by the vendor. Users of IBM InfoSphere Replication Server versions 9.7 and 10.1 through 10.1.0.4 should ensure that their systems are updated to the latest version to mitigate the risk of directory enumeration by remote authenticated users.
References
- IBM Security Bulletin: http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21632383
- IBM X-Force Exchange Vulnerability Report: https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/79844
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
