CVE-2020-4338 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2020-4338, a vulnerability in IBM MQ 9.1.4 that allows local attackers to access sensitive information. Find out the impact, affected systems, and mitigation steps.
IBM MQ 9.1.4 could allow a local attacker to obtain sensitive information by inclusion of sensitive data within runmqras data. This vulnerability has a CVSS base score of 5.1.
Understanding CVE-2020-4338
IBM MQ 9.1.4 vulnerability allowing local attackers to access sensitive information.
What is CVE-2020-4338?
CVE-2020-4338 is a vulnerability in IBM MQ 9.1.4 that enables local attackers to retrieve sensitive data through runmqras data.
The Impact of CVE-2020-4338
- CVSS Base Score: 5.1 (Medium Severity)
- Confidentiality Impact: High
- Exploit Code Maturity: Unproven
- Attack Vector: Local
- Attack Complexity: High
- Temporal Score: 4.5 (Medium Severity)
Technical Details of CVE-2020-4338
Details about the vulnerability in IBM MQ 9.1.4.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allows local attackers to extract sensitive information by manipulating runmqras data.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Affected Product: IBM MQ
- Affected Version: 9.1.4
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability can be exploited locally by including sensitive data within runmqras data.
Mitigation and Prevention
Steps to mitigate and prevent exploitation of CVE-2020-4338.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply the official fix provided by IBM.
- Monitor for any unusual activities related to sensitive data access.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch IBM MQ to prevent vulnerabilities.
- Implement access controls to limit sensitive data exposure.
Patching and Updates
Ensure that IBM MQ is regularly updated with the latest security patches to address known vulnerabilities.