Authorization Token Vulnerability in IBM Security Secret Server
CVE-2019-4638

3.7LOW

Key Information:

Vendor

IBM
Status
Security Secret Server
Vendor
CVE Published:
28 January 2020

What is CVE-2019-4638?

IBM Security Secret Server 10.7 failed to implement secure attributes on authorization tokens and session cookies. This oversight can make it easier for attackers to exploit man-in-the-middle techniques, potentially leading to unauthorized access to sensitive information. Organizations using this version need to apply appropriate security measures to protect their data against potential exposures.

Affected Version(s)

Security Secret Server 10.7

References

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/1283236
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https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/170044
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
3.7
Severity:
LOW
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
None
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
High
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2019-4638 : Authorization Token Vulnerability in IBM Security Secret Server