CVE-2020-5008 : Security Advisory and Response

IBM DataPower Gateway versions 10.0.0.0 through 10.0.1.0 and 2018.4.1.0 through 2018.4.1.14 are affected by a vulnerability that stores sensitive information in GET request parameters, potentially leading to information disclosure.

Understanding CVE-2020-5008

This CVE involves the exposure of sensitive data through GET request parameters in IBM DataPower Gateway versions.

What is CVE-2020-5008?

IBM DataPower Gateway versions 10.0.0.0 through 10.0.1.0 and 2018.4.1.0 through 2018.4.1.14 store sensitive information in GET request parameters, posing a risk of information disclosure.

The Impact of CVE-2020-5008

CVSS Score: 3.7 (Low Severity)
Attack Vector: Network
Attack Complexity: High
Confidentiality Impact: Low
Integrity Impact: None
Privileges Required: None
Exploit Code Maturity: Unproven
This vulnerability may allow unauthorized parties to access sensitive information via server logs, referrer headers, or browser history.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-5008

Vulnerability Description

Sensitive data stored in GET request parameters in affected versions of IBM DataPower Gateway.

Affected Systems and Versions

IBM DataPower Gateway 10.0.0.0 through 10.0.1.0
IBM DataPower Gateway 2018.4.1.0 through 2018.4.1.14

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by unauthorized parties with access to URLs via server logs, referrer headers, or browser history.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply the official fix provided by IBM to address the vulnerability.
Monitor and restrict access to server logs and sensitive URLs.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly review and update security configurations to prevent information disclosure.

Patching and Updates

Ensure all IBM DataPower Gateway installations are updated with the latest security patches.