CVE-2019-4118 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2019-4118 affecting IBM Multicloud Manager versions 3.1.0, 3.1.1, and 3.1.2. Understand the impact, technical details, and mitigation steps to secure your systems.
IBM Multicloud Manager versions 3.1.0, 3.1.1, and 3.1.2 have a vulnerability that could allow a local attacker with admin privileges to access highly confidential data during deployment.
Understanding CVE-2019-4118
IBM Multicloud Manager's ibm-mcm-chart component in versions 3.1.0, 3.1.1, and 3.1.2 is susceptible to a security issue identified by IBM X-Force with ID number 158144.
What is CVE-2019-4118?
The vulnerability in IBM Multicloud Manager allows a local attacker with admin privileges to retrieve sensitive data during the deployment process.
The Impact of CVE-2019-4118
- CVSS Base Score: 4.4 (Medium Severity)
- Confidentiality Impact: High
- Attack Vector: Local
- Privileges Required: High
- Exploit Code Maturity: Unproven
- Remediation Level: Official Fix
Technical Details of CVE-2019-4118
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability in IBM Multicloud Manager's ibm-mcm-chart component allows an attacker to access highly confidential data during deployment.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Multicloud Manager
- Vendor: IBM
- Affected Versions: 3.1.0, 3.1.1, 3.1.2
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability can be exploited by a local attacker with admin privileges during the deployment process.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply the official fix provided by IBM to address the vulnerability.
- Monitor for any unauthorized access to sensitive data.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Restrict admin privileges to minimize the risk of unauthorized access.
- Regularly update and patch the Multicloud Manager to prevent security vulnerabilities.
Patching and Updates
Ensure that all systems running IBM Multicloud Manager are updated with the latest patches and security fixes.