CVE-2024-45644:IBM Security ReaQta 3.12 allows a privileged user to upload or transfer files of dangerous types that can be automatically processed within the product's environment.

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The vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-45644 affects IBM Security ReaQta version 3.12. It allows a privileged user to upload or transfer files of dangerous types that can be automatically processed within the product's environment. This could potentially lead to unauthorized access, execution of malicious code, or other security breaches within the affected system.

Overview

The vulnerability has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 4.7, categorizing it as a medium severity issue. The attack complexity is low, requiring high privileges for exploitation. The attack vector is through the network, and the impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability is rated as low. The vulnerability falls under CWE-434, which describes the unrestricted upload of files with dangerous types.

Remediation

To address this vulnerability, users of IBM Security ReaQta version 3.12 are advised to apply the necessary security updates or patches provided by IBM. It is recommended to restrict privileged user access to file uploads and transfers, especially for files of dangerous types. Additionally, organizations should monitor and review file upload activities within the product's environment to detect and prevent any unauthorized or malicious file transfers.

References

Vendor Advisory: IBM Security ReaQta file upload

Industry ExposureMost to least
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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