CVE-2020-4592 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2020-4592 impacting IBM MQ Appliance 9.1.CD and LTS, allowing authenticated users to cause data corruption attacks. Find mitigation steps and patching details here.
IBM MQ Appliance 9.1.CD and LTS could allow an authenticated user to cause a data corruption attack due to an error when using segmented messages.
Understanding CVE-2020-4592
IBM MQ Appliance 9.1.CD and LTS vulnerability impacting data integrity.
What is CVE-2020-4592?
IBM MQ Appliance 9.1.CD and LTS allow an authenticated user to exploit a vulnerability leading to data corruption.
The Impact of CVE-2020-4592
- CVSS Base Score: 5.3 (Medium)
- Attack Vector: Network
- Integrity Impact: High
- Exploit Code Maturity: Unproven
- Remediation Level: Official Fix
Technical Details of CVE-2020-4592
Vulnerability specifics and affected systems.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability in IBM MQ Appliance 9.1.CD and LTS allows authenticated users to perform data corruption attacks.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: MQ Appliance
- Vendor: IBM
- Affected Versions: 9.1.LTS, 9.1.CD
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability can be exploited by authenticated users under non-default configurations.
Mitigation and Prevention
Steps to mitigate and prevent exploitation of CVE-2020-4592.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply official fixes provided by IBM
- Review and adjust configurations to prevent unauthorized access
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly monitor and update security configurations
- Conduct security training for users to prevent misuse
Patching and Updates
- Implement patches and updates provided by IBM to address the vulnerability