CVE-2019-4071 Explained : Impact and Mitigation

IBM Tivoli Storage Productivity Center (IBM Spectrum Control Standard Edition 5.2.1 through 5.2.17) allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands due to improper validation of csv file contents.

Understanding CVE-2019-4071

This CVE involves a vulnerability in IBM Spectrum Control Standard Edition that could lead to remote code execution.

What is CVE-2019-4071?

The vulnerability in IBM Tivoli Storage Productivity Center (IBM Spectrum Control Standard Edition 5.2.1 through 5.2.17) may enable a remote attacker to run arbitrary commands on the system.

The Impact of CVE-2019-4071

CVSS Base Score: 6.8 (Medium Severity)
Attack Vector: Network
Confidentiality Impact: High
Integrity Impact: High
Availability Impact: High
Privileges Required: High
User Interaction: Required
Exploit Code Maturity: Unproven
This vulnerability has been confirmed by IBM X-Force ID: 157063.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-4071

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability arises from the improper validation of csv file contents in IBM Spectrum Control Standard Edition.

Affected Systems and Versions

The following versions of IBM Spectrum Control Standard Edition are affected:

5.2.1, 5.2.8, 5.2.11, 5.2.12, 5.2.13, 5.2.14, 5.2.15, 5.2.16, 5.2.10.1, 5.2.15.2, 5.2.17.0, 5.2.17.1

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to exploit the improper validation of csv file contents to execute arbitrary commands on the system.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply the official fix provided by IBM to address this vulnerability.
Monitor IBM's security bulletins for any updates or patches related to this issue.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch the IBM Spectrum Control Standard Edition to prevent security vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Ensure that all systems running the affected versions of IBM Spectrum Control Standard Edition are updated with the latest patches and security fixes.