CVE-2019-4239
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.31%
Last modified
CVE-2019-4239 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM MQ Advanced Cloud Pak (IBM Cloud Private 1.0.0 through 3.0.1) stores user credentials in plain in clear text which can be read by a local user. IBM X-Force ID: 159465.. EPSS estimates a 0.31% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM MQ Advanced Cloud Pak (IBM Cloud Private 1.0.0 through 3.0.1) stores user credentials in plain in clear text which can be read by a local user. IBM X-Force ID: 159465.
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 | Cloud Private | >= 1.0.0, <= 3.0.1 |
| Ibm | Cloud Private | >= 2.1.0, <= 2.3.1 |
References
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/159465VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=ibm10886591Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/159465VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=ibm10886591Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-4239?
IBM MQ Advanced Cloud Pak (IBM Cloud Private 1.0.0 through 3.0.1) stores user credentials in plain in clear text which can be read by a local user. IBM X-Force ID: 159465.
How severe is CVE-2019-4239?
CVE-2019-4239 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.31% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-4239?
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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