CVE-2019-4220
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.21%
Last modified
CVE-2019-4220 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM InfoSphere Information Server 11.7.1.0 stores a common hard coded encryption key that could be used to decrypt sensitive information. IBM X-Force ID: 159229.. EPSS estimates a 0.21% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM InfoSphere Information Server 11.7.1.0 stores a common hard coded encryption key that could be used to decrypt sensitive information. IBM X-Force ID: 159229.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Infosphere Information Server On Cloud | 11.7.1.0 |
| Ibm | Watson Knowledge Catalog | 11.7.1.0 |
References
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/159229VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=ibm10881197Mitigation, Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/159229VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=ibm10881197Mitigation, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-4220?
IBM InfoSphere Information Server 11.7.1.0 stores a common hard coded encryption key that could be used to decrypt sensitive information. IBM X-Force ID: 159229.
How severe is CVE-2019-4220?
CVE-2019-4220 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.21% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-4220?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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