CVE-2019-4218 : Security Advisory and Response

IBM Security Information Queue (ISIQ) versions 1.0.0, 1.0.1, and 1.0.2 allow local storage of web pages, potentially accessible to other users on the same system.

Understanding CVE-2019-4218

This CVE involves a vulnerability in IBM Security Information Queue (ISIQ) versions 1.0.0, 1.0.1, and 1.0.2 that could lead to unauthorized access to locally stored web pages.

What is CVE-2019-4218?

The ability to store web pages locally in IBM Security Information Queue (ISIQ) versions 1.0.0, 1.0.1, and 1.0.2 allows for potential reading by another user on the same system. This vulnerability has been identified and assigned IBM X-Force ID: 159227.

The Impact of CVE-2019-4218

CVSS Base Score: 4 (Medium Severity)
Attack Vector: Local
Confidentiality Impact: Low
Integrity Impact: None
Availability Impact: None
Exploit Code Maturity: Unproven
Privileges Required: None
User Interaction: None
Scope: Unchanged
Vector String: CVSS:3.0/I:N/PR:N/AC:L/AV:L/S:U/UI:N/A:N/C:L/RC:C/E:U/RL:O

Technical Details of CVE-2019-4218

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows unauthorized users to read locally stored web pages in IBM Security Information Queue (ISIQ) versions 1.0.0, 1.0.1, and 1.0.2.

Affected Systems and Versions

Affected Product: Security Information Queue
Vendor: IBM
Affected Versions: 1.0.0, 1.0.1, 1.0.2

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by a local user to access web pages stored on the system.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply the official fix provided by IBM to address the vulnerability.
Monitor system logs for any unauthorized access attempts.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch the ISIQ software to prevent security vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Ensure that all ISIQ instances are updated with the latest security patches and fixes.