CVE-2020-4435 : What You Need to Know
Learn about CVE-2020-4435 affecting IBM Aspera applications, allowing arbitrary memory corruption. Find out the impact, affected systems, exploitation details, and mitigation steps.
Certain IBM Aspera applications are vulnerable to arbitrary memory corruption, potentially leading to code execution or denial-of-service attacks through the http fallback service.
Understanding CVE-2020-4435
IBM Aspera applications are susceptible to arbitrary memory corruption, posing a risk of unauthorized code execution or DoS attacks.
What is CVE-2020-4435?
- Vulnerability in IBM Aspera applications leading to arbitrary memory corruption
- Exploitation could allow attackers to execute arbitrary code or conduct DoS attacks
The Impact of CVE-2020-4435
- Attack Complexity: High
- Attack Vector: Network
- Confidentiality Impact: High
- Integrity Impact: High
- Availability Impact: High
- Privileges Required: Low
- Exploit Code Maturity: Unproven
- Remediation Level: Official Fix
- Report Confidence: Confirmed
Technical Details of CVE-2020-4435
IBM Aspera applications are affected by arbitrary memory corruption, potentially enabling attackers to execute code or launch DoS attacks.
Vulnerability Description
- Vulnerable to arbitrary memory corruption
- Allows attackers with system knowledge to execute code or perform DoS attacks
Affected Systems and Versions
- Aspera Transfer Cluster Manager 1.3.1
- Aspera High-Speed Transfer Server 3.9.3
- Aspera Shares On Demand 3.7.4
- Aspera Application Platform On Demand 3.7.4
- Aspera Proxy Server 1.4.3
- Aspera Faspex On Demand 3.7.4
- Aspera Server On Demand 3.7.4
- Aspera High-Speed Transfer Server for Cloud Pak for Integration (CP4I) 3.9.10
- Aspera Streaming 3.9.3
- Aspera High-Speed Transfer Endpoint 3.9.3
Exploitation Mechanism
- Attackers exploit product configuration vulnerabilities
- Execute arbitrary code or launch DoS attacks through http fallback service
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take:
- Apply official fixes provided by IBM
- Monitor for any unusual system behavior
Long-Term Security Practices:
- Regularly update and patch Aspera applications
- Conduct security assessments and audits
- Implement network segmentation and access controls
- Educate users on safe computing practices
- Employ intrusion detection and prevention systems
- Stay informed about security best practices
- Collaborate with security professionals and vendors for guidance
Patching and Updates
- IBM has released official fixes for the affected Aspera applications
- Ensure timely application of patches and updates to mitigate the vulnerability