Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2014-0823 is an IBM WebSphere Application Server issue where a remote attacker could use a crafted URL to read files from the server. For executives, the main concern is unauthorized disclosure of configuration files, application data, or secrets from older WAS 8.0 and 8.5 deployments. Exposure is most likely where IBM WebSphere Application Server 8.0 or 8.5 remains deployed below the fixed levels, especially if reachable from the internet or untrusted internal networks. Treat as a high-priority legacy exposure review if WebSphere 8.x is still present. The issue is old, but remote file read on an application server can expose sensitive operational data. Mitigation focus: Inventory IBM WAS 8.0 and 8.5 deployments and record exact fix-pack levels.; Upgrade WAS 8.0 to 8.0.0.9 or later where applicable.; Upgrade WAS 8.5 to 8.5.5.2 or later where applicable..
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Source materials
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- ibm-was-cve20140823-viewfiles(90498)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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