CVE-2019-4066 Explained : Impact and Mitigation
Discover the vulnerability in IBM Intelligent Operations Center versions 5.1.0 to 5.2.0 allowing authenticated users to create unauthorized accounts, posing risks to ID management and code execution. Learn about the impact, technical details, and mitigation steps.
IBM Intelligent Operations Center (IOC) versions 5.1.0 through 5.2.0 have a vulnerability that could allow authenticated users to create unauthorized accounts, potentially leading to ID management issues and code execution.
Understanding CVE-2019-4066
An identified vulnerability in IBM Intelligent Operations Center (IOC) versions 5.1.0 through 5.2.0 could be exploited by authenticated users to create unauthorized accounts, posing risks to ID management and code execution.
What is CVE-2019-4066?
- Vulnerability in IBM IOC versions 5.1.0 to 5.2.0
- Allows authenticated users to create unauthorized accounts
- Risk of ID management issues and code execution
The Impact of CVE-2019-4066
The vulnerability poses a high severity risk with a CVSS base score of 8.8, potentially leading to unauthorized account creation and code execution.
Technical Details of CVE-2019-4066
Vulnerability Description
- Authenticated users can create unauthorized accounts
- Complications in ID management and potential code execution
Affected Systems and Versions
- IBM Intelligent Operations Center versions 5.1.0 to 5.2.0
Exploitation Mechanism
- Authenticated user privilege exploited to create unauthorized accounts
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply official fixes provided by IBM
- Monitor user account creation activities
- Review and restrict user privileges
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch IOC software
- Conduct security training for users on account management
Patching and Updates
- Install official fixes and updates released by IBM