CVE-2020-4787 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

IBM QRadar SIEM versions 7.4.2 GA to 7.4.2 Patch 1, 7.4.0 to 7.4.1 Patch 1, and 7.3.0 to 7.3.3 Patch 5 are vulnerable to server-side request forgery (SSRF), potentially allowing unauthorized requests and network enumeration.

Understanding CVE-2020-4787

IBM QRadar SIEM is susceptible to SSRF, posing risks of network enumeration and unauthorized access.

What is CVE-2020-4787?

This CVE identifies a vulnerability in IBM QRadar SIEM versions 7.3.0, 7.4.0, 7.3.3 Patch 5, 7.4.1 Patch 1, 7.4.2 GA, and 7.4.2 Patch 1 that could enable an authenticated attacker to send unauthorized requests, leading to potential network enumeration and other malicious activities.

The Impact of CVE-2020-4787

The vulnerability could allow an attacker to exploit SSRF, potentially leading to unauthorized access, network enumeration, and facilitating further attacks.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-4787

IBM QRadar SIEM vulnerability details.

Vulnerability Description

CVE ID: CVE-2020-4787
CVSS Base Score: 4.2 (Medium)
Attack Vector: Local
Privileges Required: High
Exploit Code Maturity: Unproven
Vulnerability: Server-side Request Forgery (SSRF)

Affected Systems and Versions

IBM QRadar SIEM 7.3.0
IBM QRadar SIEM 7.4.0
IBM QRadar SIEM 7.3.3 Patch 5
IBM QRadar SIEM 7.4.1 Patch 1
IBM QRadar SIEM 7.4.2 GA
IBM QRadar SIEM 7.4.2 Patch 1

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability allows an authenticated attacker to perform SSRF attacks, sending unauthorized requests from the system.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your systems from CVE-2020-4787.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply official fixes provided by IBM.
Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activity.
Restrict access to vulnerable systems.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch IBM QRadar SIEM.
Conduct security assessments and penetration testing.

Patching and Updates

IBM has released patches to address the vulnerability.