CVE-2019-4723 : Security Advisory and Response

A potential vulnerability in IBM Cognos Analytics versions 11.0 and 11.1 enables a remote attacker to retrieve a user's credentials from their browser due to incorrect autocomplete configurations on the New Data Server Connection page.

Understanding CVE-2019-4723

This CVE entry identifies a security flaw in IBM Cognos Analytics versions 11.0 and 11.1 that could lead to the exposure of user credentials.

What is CVE-2019-4723?

CVE-2019-4723 is a vulnerability in IBM Cognos Analytics versions 11.0 and 11.1 that allows a remote attacker to access a user's credentials through browser autocomplete settings.

The Impact of CVE-2019-4723

The vulnerability poses a medium-severity risk with high confidentiality impact, potentially leading to unauthorized access to sensitive user information.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-4723

This section delves into the technical aspects of the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in IBM Cognos Analytics versions 11.0 and 11.1 arises from incorrect autocomplete configurations on the New Data Server Connection page, facilitating the retrieval of user credentials.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Cognos Analytics
Vendor: IBM
Versions Affected: 11.0, 11.1

Exploitation Mechanism

Attack Complexity: Low
Attack Vector: Physical
Privileges Required: None
User Interaction: None
Exploit Code Maturity: Unproven
CVSS Base Score: 4.6 (Medium)

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2019-4723 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.

Immediate Steps to Take

Disable autocomplete features in browsers
Implement multi-factor authentication
Monitor for any unauthorized access

Long-Term Security Practices

Regular security training for users
Keep software and systems updated
Conduct regular security audits

Patching and Updates

Apply official fixes provided by IBM to address the vulnerability and ensure systems are up to date.