CVE-2019-4142 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2019-4142 affecting IBM Cloud Private versions 2.1.0, 3.1.0, 3.1.1, and 3.1.2. Understand the impact, technical details, and mitigation steps for this CSRF vulnerability.
IBM Cloud Private versions 2.1.0, 3.1.0, 3.1.1, and 3.1.2 are vulnerable to cross-site request forgery (CSRF) with a CVSS base score of 4.3.
Understanding CVE-2019-4142
IBM Cloud Private versions 2.1.0, 3.1.0, 3.1.1, and 3.1.2 are susceptible to CSRF attacks, allowing unauthorized actions to be executed.
What is CVE-2019-4142?
This CVE identifies a vulnerability in IBM Cloud Private versions 2.1.0, 3.1.0, 3.1.1, and 3.1.2 that enables attackers to perform malicious actions through CSRF.
The Impact of CVE-2019-4142
- Attack Complexity: Low
- Attack Vector: Network
- Base Score: 4.3 (Medium)
- Integrity Impact: Low
- User Interaction: Required
- Exploit Code Maturity: Unproven
Technical Details of CVE-2019-4142
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allows unauthorized attackers to execute malicious actions through CSRF on IBM Cloud Private.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: IBM Cloud Private
- Versions: 2.1.0, 3.1.0, 3.1.1, 3.1.2
Exploitation Mechanism
Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by tricking a user into performing actions that the website trusts, leading to unauthorized activities.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply official fixes provided by IBM.
- Monitor for any unauthorized activities on the affected versions.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Educate users on recognizing and avoiding CSRF attacks.
- Implement strict access controls and user verification mechanisms.
- Regularly update and patch IBM Cloud Private to prevent vulnerabilities.