CVE-2009-1901

The Security component in IBM WebSphere Application Server (WAS) 6.0.2 before 6.0.2.35 permits "non-standard http methods," which has unknown impact and remote…

published June 3, 2009

CVSS
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EPSS
2%
Percentile
74.7
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ Non-standard HTTP methods are lurking in IBM WebSphere Application Server 6.0.2! It’s like having a restaurant that allows folks to order whatever they dream up, not just what's on the menu. 🍽️ Imagine a restaurant that serves anything, even if it's not on the menu! This flaw in WebSphere is like a chef who doesn’t double-check the order slips, allowing diners to request dishes that shouldn't exist, potentially causing chaos in the kitchen.

While the exact impact of this vulnerability is unknown, it opens the door for remote attackers to send unexpected requests that might disrupt your application, or even worse, compromise sensitive data. Think of it as leaving a back door open in your restaurant, inviting unwelcome guests to cause mischief!

Put simply

Imagine a restaurant that serves anything, even if it's not on the menu! This flaw in WebSphere is like a chef who doesn’t double-check the order slips, allowing diners to request dishes that shouldn't exist, potentially causing chaos in the kitchen. This vulnerability permits non-standard HTTP methods in IBM WebSphere Application Server 6.0.2, which can lead to unexpected behavior or security issues if exploited by an attacker.

What to do

While the exact impact of this vulnerability is unknown, it opens the door for remote attackers to send unexpected requests that might disrupt your application, or even worse, compromise sensitive data. Think of it as leaving a back door open in your restaurant, inviting unwelcome guests to cause mischief! To safeguard your application, consider upgrading to version 6.0.2.35 or higher, which addresses this issue. It's also wise to review and restrict allowed HTTP methods to the standard ones, keeping those pesky intruders at bay! You've got this! With these steps, you’ll keep your application safe and sound. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01541 · 74.7th percentile
Published
2009-06-03T16:33Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 03 JUN 16:33Z
    The Security component in IBM WebSphere Application Server (WAS) 6.0.2 before 6.0.2.35 permits "non-standard http methods," which has unknown impact and remote…
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