CVE-2020-4353 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about the IBM MaaS360 6.82 vulnerability (CVE-2020-4353) allowing physical device access to crash applications, potentially granting unauthorized access. Find mitigation steps and preventive measures.
IBM MaaS360 6.82 could allow a user with physical access to the device to crash the application, potentially granting access to restricted applications and device settings.
Understanding CVE-2020-4353
IBM MaaS360 6.82 vulnerability with a medium severity rating affecting physical access.
What is CVE-2020-4353?
- IBM MaaS360 6.82 vulnerability allows a user with physical device access to crash the application.
- This could lead to unauthorized access to restricted applications and device settings.
The Impact of CVE-2020-4353
- CVSS Base Score: 4.6 (Medium Severity)
- Attack Vector: Physical
- Availability Impact: High
- Exploit Code Maturity: Unproven
- Affected Version: 6.82
Technical Details of CVE-2020-4353
Vulnerability details and affected systems.
Vulnerability Description
- The vulnerability in IBM MaaS360 6.82 allows a user with physical access to crash the application.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Affected Product: MaaS360
- Vendor: IBM
- Affected Version: 6.82
Exploitation Mechanism
- The vulnerability can be exploited by a user with physical access to the device.
Mitigation and Prevention
Steps to mitigate the CVE-2020-4353 vulnerability.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Implement physical security measures to prevent unauthorized access to devices.
- Regularly monitor and restrict access to sensitive applications and device settings.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Conduct regular security training for employees on physical security best practices.
- Implement multi-factor authentication to enhance device security.
- Keep devices and applications up to date with the latest security patches.
Patching and Updates
- Apply official fixes provided by IBM to address the vulnerability.