CVE-2019-8988 : Security Advisory and Response

TIBCO Software Inc.'s TIBCO Data Science for AWS and TIBCO Spotfire Data Science have a privilege escalation vulnerability that could allow unauthorized access and data modifications.

Understanding CVE-2019-8988

This CVE involves a vulnerability in the application server component of TIBCO Data Science for AWS and TIBCO Spotfire Data Science, potentially leading to privilege escalation.

What is CVE-2019-8988?

The vulnerability in TIBCO Data Science for AWS and TIBCO Spotfire Data Science could be exploited by a user to gain higher privileges on the system, enabling unauthorized data modifications and deletions.

The Impact of CVE-2019-8988

Theoretical risk of unauthorized data modifications and deletions on the affected system
Possibility of a malicious actor gaining elevated privileges

Technical Details of CVE-2019-8988

This section provides detailed technical information about the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The application server component of TIBCO Data Science for AWS and TIBCO Spotfire Data Science contains a persistent cross-site vulnerability that allows privilege escalation.

Affected Systems and Versions

TIBCO Data Science for AWS up to and including version 6.4.0
TIBCO Spotfire Data Science up to and including version 6.4.0

Exploitation Mechanism

Attack Complexity: Low
Attack Vector: Network
Integrity Impact: High
Privileges Required: Low

Mitigation and Prevention

Learn how to mitigate and prevent the CVE-2019-8988 vulnerability.

Immediate Steps to Take

Upgrade TIBCO Data Science for AWS to version 6.4.1 or higher
Upgrade TIBCO Spotfire Data Science to version 6.4.1 or higher

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update software and security patches
Implement least privilege access controls

Patching and Updates

TIBCO has released updated versions to address the vulnerability