Description Preview
IBM Sterling B2B Integrator Standard Edition versions 6.0.0.0 through 6.0.3.5, 6.1.0.0 through 6.1.0.4, and 6.1.1.0 through 6.1.1.1 contains a critical SQL injection vulnerability (CWE-89). This vulnerability allows remote attackers to send specially crafted SQL statements that can be executed by the application, potentially leading to unauthorized viewing, addition, modification, or deletion of information stored in the back-end database. This vulnerability could compromise the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the data managed by the application.
Overview
The SQL injection vulnerability in IBM Sterling B2B Integrator Standard Edition affects multiple versions of the software and poses a significant security risk. SQL injection occurs when user-supplied data is not properly validated and is directly included in SQL queries. In this case, the vulnerability allows attackers to manipulate SQL statements sent to the database, potentially gaining unauthorized access to sensitive data or making unauthorized changes to the database content. The vulnerability has been assigned IBM X-Force ID 215888 and is classified as CWE-89 (SQL Injection).
Remediation
Organizations using affected versions of IBM Sterling B2B Integrator Standard Edition should implement the following remediation steps:
- Update to the latest version of IBM Sterling B2B Integrator that contains fixes for this vulnerability.
- If immediate patching is not possible, implement additional network security controls to restrict access to the vulnerable application.
- Monitor database logs for suspicious SQL queries that may indicate exploitation attempts.
- Implement proper input validation and parameterized queries to prevent SQL injection attacks.
- Follow the specific mitigation guidance provided in IBM's security bulletin at https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6612505.
- Consider implementing a web application firewall (WAF) configured to detect and block SQL injection attempts.
References
- IBM Security Bulletin: https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6612505
- IBM X-Force Vulnerability Database: https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/215888
- Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE-89): https://cwe.mitre.org/data/definitions/89.html
- MITRE CVE Entry: CVE-2021-39085
Industry ExposureMost to leastThis 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.
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
