CVE-2019-4582 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2019-4582 affecting IBM Maximo Asset Management versions 7.6.0 and 7.6.1. Understand the impact, exploitation mechanism, and mitigation steps to secure your systems.
IBM Maximo Asset Management versions 7.6.0 and 7.6.1 are affected by potential security vulnerabilities that could allow remote attackers to perform directory traversal attacks.
Understanding CVE-2019-4582
This CVE involves security vulnerabilities in IBM Maximo Asset Management versions 7.6.0 and 7.6.1, enabling malicious individuals to exploit directory traversal attacks.
What is CVE-2019-4582?
IBM Maximo Asset Management versions 7.6.0 and 7.6.1 are susceptible to directory traversal attacks, allowing unauthorized access to system files by manipulating URL requests.
The Impact of CVE-2019-4582
- CVSS Base Score: 4.3 (Medium Severity)
- Attack Vector: Network
- Attack Complexity: Low
- Confidentiality Impact: Low
- Integrity Impact: None
- Availability Impact: None
- Privileges Required: Low
- User Interaction: None
- Exploit Code Maturity: Unproven
- Remediation Level: Official Fix
- Report Confidence: Confirmed
Technical Details of CVE-2019-4582
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allows remote attackers to conduct directory traversal attacks by manipulating URL requests, potentially accessing unauthorized files on the system.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Maximo Asset Management
- Vendor: IBM
- Versions: 7.6.0, 7.6.1
Exploitation Mechanism
Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by inserting "dot dot" sequences (/../) in URL requests to traverse directories and view arbitrary files on the system.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply official fixes provided by IBM to address the vulnerability.
- Monitor and restrict network access to vulnerable systems.
- Educate users about safe browsing practices to prevent exploitation.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch software to mitigate known vulnerabilities.
- Implement network segmentation to limit the impact of potential attacks.
- Conduct regular security assessments and penetration testing.
Patching and Updates
IBM has released official fixes to address the vulnerability in Maximo Asset Management versions 7.6.0 and 7.6.1.