CVE-2024-39739:The CVE-2024-39739 is a vulnerability in IBM's Datacap Navigator versions 9.1.5 to 9.1.9 that allows server-side request forgery (SSRF). This vulnerability can potentially allow an authenticated attacker to send unauthorized requests from the system, leading to network enumeration or facilitating other attacks.

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CVE-2024-39739 is a medium severity vulnerability discovered in IBM's Datacap Navigator. The affected versions are 9.1.5, 9.1.6, 9.1.7, 9.1.8, and 9.1.9. This vulnerability is a server-side request forgery (SSRF) which allows an authenticated attacker to send unauthorized requests from the system. This could potentially lead to network enumeration or facilitate other attacks. The attack complexity is low, and no user interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability. The confidentiality and integrity impact is low, and there is no impact on availability.

Overview

The vulnerability is a server-side request forgery (SSRF) in IBM's Datacap Navigator. An SSRF vulnerability allows an attacker to induce the server to make HTTP requests to an arbitrary domain of the attacker's choosing. In this case, an authenticated attacker can send unauthorized requests from the system, potentially leading to network enumeration or facilitating other attacks. The vulnerability has been assigned a base score of 5.4, indicating a medium severity level.

Remediation

IBM has not provided specific remediation details for this vulnerability. However, it is generally recommended to update the affected software to the latest version, as vendors often release patches to fix such vulnerabilities. It is also advisable to restrict access to the server and limit the privileges of system accounts to reduce the potential impact of such vulnerabilities.

References

  1. IBM Support Page: https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7160185
  2. IBM X-Force Vulnerabilities: https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/296008

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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.

  1. Accommodation & Food Services
    Accommodation & Food Services
  2. Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
    Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
  3. Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
    Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
  4. Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
    Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
  5. Construction
    Construction
  6. Educational Services
    Educational Services
  7. Finance and Insurance
    Finance and Insurance
  8. Health Care & Social Assistance
    Health Care & Social Assistance
  9. Information
    Information
  10. Management of Companies & Enterprises
    Management of Companies & Enterprises
  11. Manufacturing
    Manufacturing
  12. Mining
    Mining
  13. Other Services (except Public Administration)
    Other Services (except Public Administration)
  14. Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
    Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
  15. Public Administration
    Public Administration
  16. Real Estate Rental & Leasing
    Real Estate Rental & Leasing
  17. Retail Trade
    Retail Trade
  18. Transportation & Warehousing
    Transportation & Warehousing
  19. Utilities
    Utilities
  20. Wholesale Trade
    Wholesale Trade

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