CVE-2019-4224 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies

IBM PureApplication System versions 2.2.3.0 to 2.2.5.3 are vulnerable to SQL injection, potentially allowing unauthorized access to the system's database.

Understanding CVE-2019-4224

IBM PureApplication System is exposed to a risk of SQL injection, identified by IBM X-Force.

What is CVE-2019-4224?

The vulnerability in IBM PureApplication System versions 2.2.3.0 to 2.2.5.3 could enable a malicious external individual to send specially crafted SQL statements, potentially gaining unauthorized access to the system's database.

The Impact of CVE-2019-4224

CVSS Base Score: 6.3 (Medium)
Attack Vector: Network
Confidentiality Impact: Low
Integrity Impact: Low
Availability Impact: Low
Privileges Required: Low
User Interaction: None
Exploit Code Maturity: Unproven
This vulnerability has a base severity of Medium and a temporal severity of Medium.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-4224

IBM PureApplication System vulnerability details.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows attackers to execute SQL injection attacks on affected systems.

Affected Systems and Versions

Products: PureApplication System
Vendor: IBM
Versions: 2.2.3.0, 2.2.3.1, 2.2.3.2, 2.2.4.0, 2.2.5.0, 2.2.5.1, 2.2.5.2, 2.2.5.3

Exploitation Mechanism

Attack Complexity: Low
Scope: Unchanged
Remediation Level: Official Fix

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2019-4224.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply official fixes provided by IBM.
Monitor and restrict external access to the system.
Regularly review and audit database activities.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement secure coding practices to prevent SQL injection vulnerabilities.
Conduct regular security assessments and penetration testing.

Patching and Updates

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