CVE-2020-4427
CriticalExploitedPublic exploitIBM Data Risk Manager 2.0.1, 2.0.2, 2.0.3, 2.0.4, 2.0.5, and 2.0.6 could allow a remote attacker to bypass security restrictions when configured with SAML authentication.
Published May 7, 2020 · Updated Nov 4, 2025
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2020-4427 is a critical-severity vulnerability (CVSS 9.8 v3.1) affecting Data Risk Manager (Ibm).
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in CISA KEV, Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV, ENISA EUVD since Nov 3, 2021. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 70% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including Data Risk Manager <=2.0.6.1, Data Risk Manager 2.0.6.1.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v3.1
9.8
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
70%
Higher than 99.3% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
Yes
4 catalog listings
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
IBM Data Risk Manager 2.0.1, 2.0.2, 2.0.3, 2.0.4, 2.0.5, and 2.0.6 could allow a remote attacker to bypass security restrictions when configured with SAML authentication. By sending a specially crafted HTTP request, an attacker could exploit this vulnerability to bypass the authentication process and gain full administrative access to the system. IBM X-Force ID: 180532.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| CISA KEV | Nov 3, 2021 | May 3, 2022 | Not reported |
| Industry KEV feed | Nov 3, 2021 | May 3, 2022 | Not reported |
| CIRCL KEV | Nov 3, 2021 | May 3, 2022 | Not reported |
| ENISA EUVD | Nov 3, 2021 | n/a | Not reported |
Required action: Apply updates per vendor instructions.
Affected Products
2 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Data Risk ManagerIbm | >= 2.0.1 | 2.0.6.1 |
Patched Releases
Data Risk Manager
<=2.0.6.1
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
May 7, 2020
Added to CISA KEV
Nov 3, 2021
Added to Industry KEV feed
Nov 3, 2021
Added to CIRCL KEV
Nov 3, 2021
Added to ENISA EUVD
Nov 3, 2021
Last updated
Nov 4, 2025
Weakness Type
- CWE-287 Improper Authentication
References
- advisoryhttp://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2024/Nov/0
- advisoryhttp://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2024/Nov/1
- advisoryibm-drm-cve20204427-sec-bypass (180532)
- patchhttps://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6206875
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
FAQ
Common Questions.
IBM Data Risk Manager 2.0.1, 2.0.2, 2.0.3, 2.0.4, 2.0.5, and 2.0.6 could allow a remote attacker to bypass security restrictions when configured with SAML authentication.
Affected: Data Risk Manager (Ibm) versions >= 2.0.1. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in CISA KEV, Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV, ENISA EUVD since Nov 3, 2021.
Yes. It was added on Nov 3, 2021 with a federal remediation due date of May 3, 2022.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including Data Risk Manager <=2.0.6.1, Data Risk Manager 2.0.6.1.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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