CVE-2020-4781 Explained : Impact and Mitigation
Learn about CVE-2020-4781 affecting IBM Curam Social Program Management 7.0.9 and 7.0.10 due to improper input validation, potentially leading to a denial of service. Understand the impact, technical details, and mitigation steps.
IBM Curam Social Program Management versions 7.0.9 and 7.0.10 are affected by improper input validation, potentially leading to a denial of service.
Understanding CVE-2020-4781
An overview of the vulnerability, its impact, technical details, and mitigation steps.
What is CVE-2020-4781?
An improper input validation issue in IBM Curam Social Program Management versions 7.0.9 and 7.0.10 could allow attackers to trigger a denial of service.
The Impact of CVE-2020-4781
- CVSS Base Score: 6.5 (Medium)
- Attack Vector: Network
- Availability Impact: High
- Exploiting this vulnerability could result in a denial of service.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-4781
Insights into the vulnerability specifics and affected systems.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability stems from improper input validation before invoking the java readLine() method in IBM Curam SPM.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Affected Versions: 7.0.9, 7.0.10
- Product: IBM Curam SPM
Exploitation Mechanism
- Attack Complexity: Low
- Privileges Required: Low
- User Interaction: None
- Exploit Code Maturity: Unproven
Mitigation and Prevention
Guidance on immediate and long-term actions to enhance security.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply official fixes provided by IBM.
- Monitor IBM's security bulletins for updates.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch IBM Curam SPM.
- Implement network security measures to prevent unauthorized access.
- Conduct regular security assessments and audits.
Patching and Updates
Stay informed about security patches and updates released by IBM for Curam SPM.