IBM.Cognos.Backdoor.Account.Security.Bypass

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This indicates an attack attempt against a security-bypass vulnerability in IBM Cognos Server.
The vulnerability is caused by an error when the vulnerable software handles a backdoor account. It allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via deploy a servlet with security-bypass.

affected-products-logoAffected Products

IBM Cognos Express 9.0.

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Security Bypass: Remote attackers can bypass security checking of vulnerable systems.

recomended-action-logoRecommended Actions

Apply the most recent upgrades. Please refer to the vendor's web site:

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Coverage

IPS (Regular DB)
IPS (Extended DB)

Version Updates

Date Version Detail
2018-10-16 13.473 Sig Added