IBM WebSphere Application Server (WAS) contains a flaw that may lead to an unauthorized information disclosure. The issue is triggered when the Administrative Console component fails to properly restrict access to console servlets, which will disclose potentially sensitive status information to a remote attacker via a direct request.
Classification
Location:
Remote / Network Access
Attack Type:
Information Disclosure
Impact:
Loss of Confidentiality
Solution:
Upgrade
Exploit:
Exploit Unknown
Disclosure:
Vendor Verified
OSVDB:
Web Related
Solution
Upgrade to version 6.1.0.35, 7.0.0.15 or higher, as it has been reported to fix this vulnerability. An upgrade is required as there are no known workarounds.
