CVE-2019-4437 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

IBM API Connect versions 2018.1 to 2018.4.1.6 may expose confidential information through the API swagger, impacting internal servers and networks.

Understanding CVE-2019-4437

This CVE involves a vulnerability in IBM API Connect versions 2018.1 to 2018.4.1.6 that could lead to the unintentional exposure of sensitive data.

What is CVE-2019-4437?

The vulnerability in IBM API Connect versions 2018.1 to 2018.4.1.6 may expose confidential information about internal servers and networks through the API swagger.
Reported with IBM X-force ID 162947.

The Impact of CVE-2019-4437

CVSS Score: 8.2 (High)
Severity: High
Confidentiality Impact: High
Availability Impact: Low
Attack Vector: Network
Attack Complexity: Low
Exploit Code Maturity: Unproven
Vector String: CVSS:3.0/PR:N/UI:N/I:N/A:L/S:U/AV:N/AC:L/C:H/E:U/RC:C/RL:O

Technical Details of CVE-2019-4437

The technical details of the CVE-2019-4437 vulnerability are as follows:

Vulnerability Description

IBM API Connect versions 2018.1 to 2018.4.1.6 may inadvertently leak sensitive details about internal servers and network via API swagger.

Affected Systems and Versions

Affected Product: API Connect
Vendor: IBM
Affected Versions: 2018.1, 2018.4.1.6

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability could be exploited to expose confidential information through the API swagger.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your systems from CVE-2019-4437 with the following steps:

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply official fixes provided by IBM.
Monitor for any unauthorized access to sensitive information.
Review and restrict access to API documentation.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch API Connect to the latest secure versions.
Conduct security assessments and audits to identify and address vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security bulletins and updates from IBM to address CVE-2019-4437.