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IBM WebSphere Application Server 7.0 before 7.0.0.3 could set overly permissive file permissions on files tied to unspecified interim fixes. Those files may be writable by users who should not be able to change them, creating integrity risk for application server software. Exposure is most likely on legacy IBM WebSphere Application Server 7.0 deployments earlier than 7.0.0.3 where the affected interim fixes were installed. Systems not running WAS 7.0, or already updated beyond 7.0.0.3, are less likely exposed based on this bundle. Treat this as a targeted legacy-platform hygiene issue. It is not presented as actively exploited, but unauthorized modification of application server files can become serious where untrusted users or weak operational controls exist on the same host. Mitigation focus: Upgrade WebSphere Application Server 7.0 to 7.0.0.3 or later where applicable.; Review IBM APARs PK77590 and PK82988 for vendor-specific fix guidance.; Audit affected interim-fix files for permissions broader than IBM guidance..
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