Description Preview
The XML parser in the Reference Data Management component in the server in IBM InfoSphere Master Data Management (MDM) versions 10.1 before IF1, 11.0 before FP3, 11.3, and 11.4 before FP2 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files and potentially obtain administrative access by exploiting an XML External Entity (XXE) vulnerability. This vulnerability occurs when an external entity declaration is used in conjunction with an entity reference.
Overview
This vulnerability in IBM InfoSphere Master Data Management allows remote attackers to exploit an XXE issue to read arbitrary files and potentially gain administrative access to the system. The vulnerability affects versions 10.1 before IF1, 11.0 before FP3, 11.3, and 11.4 before FP2.
Remediation
To remediate this vulnerability, IBM recommends applying the necessary fixes or updates provided by IBM for the affected versions of IBM InfoSphere Master Data Management. Users should ensure that they are running the latest patched versions to mitigate the risk of exploitation.
References
- CVE Details: https://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2015-1909
- IBM Security Bulletin: http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21700754
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
