CVE-2020-4157 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

IBM QRadar Network Security 5.4.0 and 5.5.0 contain hard-coded credentials, posing a security risk. Learn about the impact, technical details, and mitigation steps.

Understanding CVE-2020-4157

IBM QRadar Network Security versions 5.4.0 and 5.5.0 are affected by hard-coded credentials vulnerability.

What is CVE-2020-4157?

This CVE refers to the presence of hard-coded credentials (passwords or cryptographic keys) in IBM QRadar Network Security versions 5.4.0 and 5.5.0. These credentials are used for inbound authentication, outbound communication, and internal data encryption.

The Impact of CVE-2020-4157

The vulnerability has a CVSS base score of 6.8 (Medium severity) and high confidentiality impact. It allows attackers to potentially access sensitive information.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-4157

IBM QRadar Network Security 5.4.0 and 5.5.0 are affected by hard-coded credentials vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The versions contain credentials that are hardcoded, creating a security risk for authentication, communication, and data encryption.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: QRadar Network Security
Vendor: IBM
Affected Versions: 5.4.0, 5.5.0

Exploitation Mechanism

Attack Complexity: High
Attack Vector: Network
Privileges Required: None
Exploit Code Maturity: Unproven

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take:

Update to the latest version of IBM QRadar Network Security.
Change default credentials and implement strong, unique passwords. Long-Term Security Practices:
Regularly review and update security configurations.
Conduct security assessments and audits periodically.
Educate users on secure password practices.
Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activities.
Implement multi-factor authentication where possible.
Patching and Updates: Apply official fixes and security patches provided by IBM.