CVE-2020-4927 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2020-4927 affecting IBM Spectrum Scale versions 5.0.5.0 through 5.1.6.1. Find out the impact, technical details, and mitigation steps for this vulnerability.
IBM Spectrum Scale information disclosure vulnerability affecting versions 5.0.5.0 through 5.1.6.1.
Understanding CVE-2020-4927
A vulnerability in the Spectrum Scale core component could lead to unauthorized data access or injection.
What is CVE-2020-4927?
The vulnerability in IBM Spectrum Scale versions 5.0.5.0 through 5.1.6.1 allows unauthorized access to user data or arbitrary data injection in the communication protocol.
The Impact of CVE-2020-4927
- CVSS Base Score: 5.7 (Medium Severity)
- Attack Complexity: High
- Attack Vector: Local
- Confidentiality Impact: High
- Integrity Impact: Low
- No Privileges Required
Technical Details of CVE-2020-4927
The technical details of the IBM Spectrum Scale information disclosure vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allows unauthorized access to user data or injection of arbitrary data in the communication protocol.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Affected Versions: 5.0.5.0 through 5.1.6.1
- Unaffected Version: Less than 5.1.6.1
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability can be exploited by attackers to gain unauthorized access to sensitive information.
Mitigation and Prevention
Steps to mitigate and prevent the IBM Spectrum Scale information disclosure vulnerability.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update to a version higher than 5.1.6.1 to prevent exploitation.
- Monitor network traffic for any unauthorized access.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch IBM Spectrum Scale to the latest version.
- Implement access controls and encryption to protect sensitive data.
Patching and Updates
- Apply patches provided by IBM to fix the vulnerability and enhance security.