CVE-2020-4258 : Security Advisory and Response

IBM i2 Intelligent Analyis Platform 9.2.1 could allow a local attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system due to memory corruption.

Understanding CVE-2020-4258

IBM i2 Analysts Notebook version 9.2.1 is affected by a vulnerability that could lead to arbitrary code execution by a local attacker.

What is CVE-2020-4258?

The vulnerability in IBM i2 Analysts Notebook 9.2.1 allows a malicious actor to execute arbitrary code on the system by tricking a user into opening a specially-crafted file.

The Impact of CVE-2020-4258

CVSS Base Score: 7.8 (High Severity)
Attack Vector: Local
Confidentiality Impact: High
Integrity Impact: High
Availability Impact: High
User Interaction: Required
Exploit Code Maturity: Unproven
This vulnerability could result in unauthorized code execution on the affected system.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-4258

IBM i2 Analysts Notebook 9.2.1 vulnerability details.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows a local attacker to execute arbitrary code through memory corruption.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: i2 Analysts Notebook
Vendor: IBM
Version: 9.2.1

Exploitation Mechanism

An attacker can exploit this vulnerability by convincing a user to open a specially-crafted file, leading to arbitrary code execution.

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to mitigate the CVE-2020-4258 vulnerability.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply the official fix provided by IBM to address the vulnerability.
Educate users about the risks of opening files from untrusted sources.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch software to prevent known vulnerabilities.
Implement security measures to restrict unauthorized access to sensitive systems.

Patching and Updates

Ensure that all systems running IBM i2 Analysts Notebook are updated with the latest security patches.