CVE-2020-4944 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies

IBM UrbanCode Deploy (UCD) versions 7.0.3.0 to 7.1.1.2 store keystore passwords in plain text, posing a security risk to local users.

Understanding CVE-2020-4944

IBM UrbanCode Deploy is affected by a vulnerability that allows local users to access keystore passwords stored in plain text.

What is CVE-2020-4944?

IBM UrbanCode Deploy versions 7.0.3.0 to 7.1.1.2 store keystore passwords in plain text after manual edits, potentially exposing sensitive information to unauthorized users.

The Impact of CVE-2020-4944

The vulnerability in IBM UrbanCode Deploy can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive keystore passwords by local users, compromising the security of the system.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-4944

IBM UrbanCode Deploy vulnerability details and affected systems.

Vulnerability Description

IBM UrbanCode Deploy versions 7.0.3.0 to 7.1.1.2 store keystore passwords in plain text after manual edits.

Affected Systems and Versions

UrbanCode Deploy versions 7.0.3.0, 7.0.4.0, 7.1.0.0, 7.0.5.3, 7.1.1.0, 7.0.5.4, 7.1.1.1, 7.1.1.2

Exploitation Mechanism

Local users can exploit the vulnerability to read keystore passwords stored in plain text.

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to mitigate and prevent the CVE-2020-4944 vulnerability.

Immediate Steps to Take

Avoid manual edits of keystore passwords in IBM UrbanCode Deploy.
Monitor access to keystore files for unauthorized changes.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement encryption for sensitive data storage.
Regularly review and update security configurations.

Patching and Updates

Apply official fixes and updates provided by IBM to address the vulnerability.