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CVE-2020-4603 affects IBM Security Guardium Insights 2.0.1, where the system performs operations at privilege levels higher than necessary. This improper privilege management (CWE-269) creates new security weaknesses or increases the impact of existing vulnerabilities. When operations run with unnecessary elevated privileges, attackers may be able to exploit this to gain unauthorized access or execute malicious actions with higher permissions than should be allowed.
Overview
IBM Security Guardium Insights 2.0.1 contains a vulnerability related to improper privilege management. The application executes certain operations with excessive privileges instead of using the minimum required privilege level. This practice violates the principle of least privilege and creates potential security weaknesses. When operations run with unnecessary elevated privileges, the attack surface increases, and any successful exploitation could result in more severe consequences. This vulnerability has been assigned IBM X-Force ID 184880.
Remediation
Organizations using IBM Security Guardium Insights 2.0.1 should:
- Update to the latest version as provided in the IBM security bulletin
- Apply the patches available from IBM's support page: https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6323297
- Implement the principle of least privilege across all systems and applications
- Review and audit privilege levels for all operations within Guardium Insights
- Monitor systems for suspicious activities that might indicate privilege escalation attempts
- Follow IBM's specific remediation guidance in their security bulletin
References
- IBM Security Bulletin: https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6323297
- IBM X-Force Exchange: https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/184880
- CWE-269 (Improper Privilege Management): https://cwe.mitre.org/data/definitions/269.html
- MITRE CVE Entry: https://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2020-4603
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This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
- Accommodation & Food ServicesAccommodation & Food Services
- Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation ServicesAdministrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
- Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & HuntingAgriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
- Arts, Entertainment & RecreationArts, Entertainment & Recreation
- ConstructionConstruction
- Educational ServicesEducational Services
- Finance and InsuranceFinance and Insurance
- Health Care & Social AssistanceHealth Care & Social Assistance
- InformationInformation
- Management of Companies & EnterprisesManagement of Companies & Enterprises
- ManufacturingManufacturing
- MiningMining
- Other Services (except Public Administration)Other Services (except Public Administration)
- Professional, Scientific, & Technical ServicesProfessional, Scientific, & Technical Services
- Public AdministrationPublic Administration
- Real Estate Rental & LeasingReal Estate Rental & Leasing
- Retail TradeRetail Trade
- Transportation & WarehousingTransportation & Warehousing
- UtilitiesUtilities
- Wholesale TradeWholesale Trade
