CVE-2019-4750 : What You Need to Know

IBM Cloud App Management versions 2019.3.0 and 2019.4.0 are affected by a security vulnerability known as cross-site request forgery (CSRF), allowing attackers to execute unauthorized actions by deceiving trusted users into performing malicious actions on the website.

Understanding CVE-2019-4750

What is CVE-2019-4750?

CVE-2019-4750 is a CSRF vulnerability in IBM Cloud App Management versions 2019.3.0 and 2019.4.0, enabling attackers to carry out unauthorized actions by manipulating trusted user interactions.

The Impact of CVE-2019-4750

The vulnerability poses a medium severity risk with a CVSS base score of 4.3, potentially leading to unauthorized actions and data manipulation.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-4750

Vulnerability Description

The CSRF vulnerability in IBM Cloud App Management versions 2019.3.0 and 2019.4.0 allows attackers to trick trusted users into executing malicious actions on the website.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Cloud App Management
Vendor: IBM
Vulnerable Versions: 2019.3.0, 2019.4.0

Exploitation Mechanism

Attack Complexity: Low
Attack Vector: Network
User Interaction: Required
Privileges Required: None
Exploit Code Maturity: Unproven

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

IBM recommends applying the official fix provided by the vendor to address the CSRF vulnerability.
Users should be cautious while interacting with websites to prevent CSRF attacks.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch software to mitigate known vulnerabilities.
Educate users on recognizing and avoiding social engineering tactics used in CSRF attacks.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security bulletins and updates from IBM to address vulnerabilities promptly.