XML External Entity Injection Vulnerability in IBM Security Guardium Big Data Intelligence
CVE-2019-4340

7.1HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
IBM
Status
Security Guardium Big Data Intelligence
Vendor
CVE Published:
20 August 2019

Summary

IBM Security Guardium Big Data Intelligence version 4.0 (SonarG) contains a vulnerability that exposes it to XML External Entity Injection (XXE) attacks while handling XML data. This flaw could enable remote attackers to exploit the system, potentially leading to the disclosure of sensitive information or an increase in memory consumption. Proper mitigation strategies should be implemented to safeguard against such threats.

Affected Version(s)

Security Guardium Big Data Intelligence 4.0

References

https://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=ibm10960856
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https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/161419
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.1
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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