CVE-2019-8993 : Security Advisory and Response

TIBCO Software Inc.'s TIBCO ActiveMatrix BPM, TIBCO ActiveMatrix BPM Distribution for TIBCO Silver Fabric, TIBCO ActiveMatrix Policy Director, TIBCO ActiveMatrix Service Bus, TIBCO ActiveMatrix Service Grid, TIBCO ActiveMatrix Service Grid Distribution for TIBCO Silver Fabric, TIBCO Silver Fabric Enabler for ActiveMatrix BPM, and TIBCO Silver Fabric Enabler for ActiveMatrix Service Grid contain a security vulnerability that could allow unauthorized access to sensitive files.

Understanding CVE-2019-8993

This CVE involves a vulnerability in various TIBCO software products that could potentially lead to the disclosure of credential information.

What is CVE-2019-8993?

The vulnerability in TIBCO products could be exploited by an unauthorized user to download files containing credential information.

The Impact of CVE-2019-8993

The impact includes the theoretical possibility of credentials being disclosed, posing a risk to the confidentiality of sensitive information.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-8993

This section provides detailed technical information about the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows an unauthenticated user to download files containing credential information from the affected TIBCO products.

Affected Systems and Versions

TIBCO ActiveMatrix BPM: versions up to and including 4.2.0
TIBCO ActiveMatrix BPM Distribution for TIBCO Silver Fabric: versions up to and including 4.2.0
TIBCO ActiveMatrix Policy Director: versions up to and including 1.1.0
TIBCO ActiveMatrix Service Bus: versions up to and including 3.3.0
TIBCO ActiveMatrix Service Grid: versions up to and including 3.3.1
TIBCO ActiveMatrix Service Grid Distribution for TIBCO Silver Fabric: versions up to and including 3.3.0
TIBCO Silver Fabric Enabler for ActiveMatrix BPM: versions up to and including 1.4.1
TIBCO Silver Fabric Enabler for ActiveMatrix Service Grid: versions up to and including 1.3.1

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability could be exploited by an unauthorized user to access and download files containing credential information from the affected systems.

Mitigation and Prevention

To address CVE-2019-8993, follow these mitigation steps:

Immediate Steps to Take

Update TIBCO ActiveMatrix BPM to version 4.3.0 or higher
Update TIBCO ActiveMatrix BPM Distribution for TIBCO Silver Fabric to version 4.3.0 or higher
Update TIBCO ActiveMatrix Policy Director to version 2.0.0 or higher
Update TIBCO ActiveMatrix Service Bus to TIBCO ActiveMatrix Service Grid version 3.4.0 or higher
Update TIBCO ActiveMatrix Service Grid to version 3.4.0 or higher
Update TIBCO ActiveMatrix Service Grid Distribution for TIBCO Silver Fabric to version 3.4.0 or higher
Update TIBCO Silver Fabric Enabler for ActiveMatrix BPM to version 1.4.2 or higher
Update TIBCO Silver Fabric Enabler for ActiveMatrix Service Grid to version 1.3.2 or higher

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update software to the latest versions
Implement strong access controls and authentication mechanisms
Conduct regular security assessments and audits

Patching and Updates

TIBCO has released updated versions of the affected components to address the vulnerability. Ensure all affected systems are updated to the recommended software versions.