CVE-2019-4422
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 1.70%
Last modified
CVE-2019-4422 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM Security Guardium 9.0, 9.5, and 10.6 are vulnerable to a privilege escalation which could allow an authenticated user to change the accessmgr password. IBM X-Force ID: 162768.. EPSS estimates a 1.70% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM Security Guardium 9.0, 9.5, and 10.6 are vulnerable to a privilege escalation which could allow an authenticated user to change the accessmgr password. IBM X-Force ID: 162768.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Security Guardium | >= 9.0, <= 9.5 |
| Ibm | Security Guardium | 10.6 |
References
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/162768VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://supportcontent.ibm.com/support/pages/node/957491Patch, Permissions Required, Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/162768VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://supportcontent.ibm.com/support/pages/node/957491Patch, Permissions Required, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-4422?
IBM Security Guardium 9.0, 9.5, and 10.6 are vulnerable to a privilege escalation which could allow an authenticated user to change the accessmgr password. IBM X-Force ID: 162768.
How severe is CVE-2019-4422?
CVE-2019-4422 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.70% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-4422?
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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