Security readout for executives and security teams
IBM WebSphere Application Server 9.0.0.0 through 9.0.0.9 can mishandle XML input. An authenticated remote attacker could use this XML External Entity issue to expose sensitive information or consume memory. The CVSS score is high, but the provided sources do not show confirmed active exploitation. Exposure is likely limited to organizations running IBM WebSphere Application Server 9.0.0.x in the affected range. The source bundle names 9.0.0.0 through 9.0.0.9, while the structured affected list explicitly includes 9.0.0.0 through 9.0.0.6. Treat as a high-priority patching item for affected WebSphere environments, especially where sensitive data is processed. It is not a confirmed emergency from the supplied evidence, but the confidentiality impact and low attack complexity justify prompt remediation. Mitigation focus: Check IBM advisory ibm10738721 for exact affected and fixed levels.; Apply IBM's official fix or upgrade guidance for WebSphere Application Server.; Prioritize internet-facing or partner-accessible WebSphere instances first..
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- High
- CVSS
- 7.1 (3.0)
- Known Exploited
- No
- Published
Vector: CVSS:3.0/A:L/AC:L/AV:N/C:H/I:N/PR:L/S:U/UI:N/E:U/RC:C/RL:O
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CVSS:3.0/A:L/AC:L/AV:N/C:H/I:N/PR:L/S:U/UI:N/E:U/RC:C/RL:O2.84.2Primary CVE scoreVulnerability scoring details
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7.1HighVector: CVSS:3.0/A:L/AC:L/AV:N/C:H/I:N/PR:L/S:U/UI:N/E:U/RC:C/RL:O
Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- https://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=ibm10738721CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
- ibm-websphere-cve20181905-xxe(152534)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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