CVE-2018-1944 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies
Learn about CVE-2018-1944 affecting IBM Security Identity Governance and Intelligence Virtual Appliance versions 5.2 to 5.2.4.1. Discover the impact, technical details, and mitigation steps.
IBM Security Identity Governance and Intelligence Virtual Appliance versions 5.2 through 5.2.4.1 contain embedded credentials, posing a security risk.
Understanding CVE-2018-1944
The vulnerability in IBM Security Identity Governance and Intelligence exposes embedded credentials, including passwords and cryptographic keys, used for internal processes.
What is CVE-2018-1944?
The Virtual Appliance version 5.2 through 5.2.4.1 of IBM Security Identity Governance and Intelligence contains embedded credentials, such as passwords or cryptographic keys, that are utilized for its internal authentication, communication with external components, and encryption of internal data.
The Impact of CVE-2018-1944
- CVSS Score: 5.1 (Medium Severity)
- Confidentiality Impact: High
- Attack Complexity: High
- Exploit Code Maturity: Unproven
- The vulnerability allows attackers to potentially access sensitive information and compromise the security of the system.
Technical Details of CVE-2018-1944
The technical aspects of the CVE-2018-1944 vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
- The issue involves hard-coded credentials in the IBM Security Identity Governance and Intelligence Virtual Appliance.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Products: Security Identity Governance and Intelligence
- Versions: 5.2, 5.2.1, 5.2.2, 5.2.2.1, 5.2.3, 5.2.3.1, 5.2.3.2, 5.2.4, 5.2.4.1
Exploitation Mechanism
- Attack Vector: Local
- Privileges Required: None
- User Interaction: None
Mitigation and Prevention
Steps to mitigate and prevent the CVE-2018-1944 vulnerability.
Immediate Steps to Take
- IBM recommends applying the official fix provided to address the vulnerability.
- Monitor for any unauthorized access or suspicious activities on the affected systems.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly review and update security configurations and access controls.
- Conduct security assessments and penetration testing to identify and address any vulnerabilities.
Patching and Updates
- Ensure that the IBM Security Identity Governance and Intelligence Virtual Appliance is updated with the latest patches and security fixes.