CVE-2019-4652 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2019-4652 affecting IBM Spectrum Protect Plus versions 10.1.0 to 10.1.4 on Windows. Discover the impact, technical details, and mitigation steps for this security vulnerability.
IBM Spectrum Protect Plus versions 10.1.0 through 10.1.4 on Windows have a security vulnerability related to file permissions, potentially allowing unauthorized access to sensitive information.
Understanding CVE-2019-4652
In Windows, versions 10.1.0 through 10.1.4 of IBM Spectrum Protect Plus have a security vulnerability related to file permissions. Restored files and directories may have insecure permissions, potentially enabling a local user to access sensitive information or carry out unauthorized activities. This vulnerability has been identified by IBM X-Force with the ID 170963.
What is CVE-2019-4652?
IBM Spectrum Protect Plus 10.1.0 through 10.1.4 uses insecure file permissions on restored files and directories in Windows, which could allow a local user to obtain sensitive information or perform unauthorized actions.
The Impact of CVE-2019-4652
- CVSS Base Score: 5.1 (Medium Severity)
- Attack Vector: Local
- Confidentiality Impact: Low
- Integrity Impact: Low
- Availability Impact: None
- Privileges Required: None
- Exploit Code Maturity: Unproven
- Remediation Level: Official Fix
- Report Confidence: Confirmed
- This vulnerability could potentially enable a local user to access sensitive information or perform unauthorized actions.
Technical Details of CVE-2019-4652
IBM Spectrum Protect Plus versions 10.1.0 through 10.1.4 on Windows are affected by a security vulnerability related to file permissions.
Vulnerability Description
- The vulnerability allows restored files and directories to have insecure permissions.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Spectrum Protect Plus
- Vendor: IBM
- Versions Affected: 10.1.0, 10.1.4
Exploitation Mechanism
- The vulnerability could be exploited by a local user to access sensitive information or carry out unauthorized activities.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take:
- Update IBM Spectrum Protect Plus to a patched version.
- Monitor file permissions and restrict access to sensitive information.
Long-Term Security Practices:
- Regularly review and update file permissions on the system.
- Implement the principle of least privilege to restrict user access.
- Conduct security training for users on handling sensitive information.
Patch and Updates:
- Apply official fixes and updates provided by IBM to address the vulnerability.