CVE-2020-4483 : Security Advisory and Response

IBM UrbanCode Deploy (UCD) versions 6.2.7.3, 6.2.7.4, 7.0.3.0, and 7.0.4.0 are susceptible to a vulnerability that could allow a remote attacker to access sensitive information, potentially leading to further system attacks.

Understanding CVE-2020-4483

IBM UrbanCode Deploy versions 6.2.7.3, 6.2.7.4, 7.0.3.0, and 7.0.4.0 have a security issue that could result in information exposure.

What is CVE-2020-4483?

This CVE refers to a vulnerability in IBM UrbanCode Deploy that enables a remote attacker to retrieve sensitive data by exploiting detailed error messages displayed in the browser.

The Impact of CVE-2020-4483

The vulnerability poses a medium severity risk, allowing attackers to gather information that could be leveraged for subsequent malicious activities.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-4483

IBM UrbanCode Deploy vulnerability specifics and affected systems.

Vulnerability Description

CVE ID: CVE-2020-4483
Attack Vector: Network
Attack Complexity: Low
CVSS Base Score: 4.3 (Medium)
Confidentiality Impact: Low
Exploit Code Maturity: Unproven
IBM X-Force ID: 181857

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: UrbanCode Deploy
Vendor: IBM
Vulnerable Versions: 6.2.7.3, 6.2.7.4, 7.0.3.0, 7.0.4.0

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited remotely to extract sensitive information through detailed error messages displayed in the browser.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2020-4483.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply official fixes provided by IBM
Monitor for any unauthorized access or suspicious activities
Educate users on potential phishing attempts

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch UrbanCode Deploy installations
Conduct security assessments and audits periodically
Implement network segmentation and access controls

Patching and Updates

Ensure UrbanCode Deploy is updated with the latest security patches and versions to mitigate the vulnerability.