#VU75686 Improper validation of certificate with host mismatch in IBM WebSphere Application Server - CVE-2022-39161

Vulnerability identifier: #VU75686

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 1.2 [CVSS:4.0/AV:A/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:L/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-39161

CWE-ID: CWE-297

Exploitation vector: Local network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
IBM WebSphere Application Server
Server applications / Application servers

Vendor: IBM Corporation

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote user to perform MitM attack.

The vulnerability exists due to improper certificate validation issued by a trusted CA when configured to communicate with the Web Server Plug-ins for IBM WebSphere Application Server. A remote user can perform a man-in-the-middle (MitM) attack and gain access to sensitive information.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

IBM WebSphere Application Server: 8.5 - 8.5.5.23, 9.0 - 9.0.5.14

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External links
https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6987779

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the local network (LAN).

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.