IBM WebSphere Application Server 8.5, and 9.0 could allow a remote attacker to bypass authentication by exploiting a flaw in the CSIv2 inbound propagation handler.
IBM strongly recommends addressing the vulnerability now by applying a currently available interim fix or fix pack that contains the fix for APAR DT502673.
For IBM WebSphere Application Server traditional:
For V9.0.0.0 through 9.0.5.29:
· Upgrade to minimal fix pack levels as required by the interim fix and then apply the Interim Fix that resolves DT502673 https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7292211 https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7292211
--OR--
· Apply Fix Pack 9.0.5.30 or later (targeted availability 4Q2026).
For V8.5.0.0 through 8.5.5.31:
· Upgrade to minimal fix pack levels as required by the interim fix and then apply the Interim Fix that resolves DT502673 https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7292211 https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7292211
--OR--
· Apply Fix Pack 8.5.5.32 or later (targeted availability 4Q2026).
Additional interim fixes may be available and linked off the interim fix download page.