CVE-2019-4521

Platform System Manager in IBM Cloud Pak System 2.3 is potentially vulnerable to CVS Injection

High · published December 10, 2019

CVSS v3.0
7.0
EPSS
3%
Percentile
85.3
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚡ A remote attacker can slip in arbitrary commands through a CSV—like a crafty chef tossing unwanted ingredients into a high-stakes recipe! 🍽️ Think of it like a restaurant where a waiter forgets to check the orders for allergens. If the chef doesn’t verify what’s on the ticket, a dangerous dish might end up in the hands of an unsuspecting diner! If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute malicious commands on the IBM Cloud Pak System, potentially leading to data breaches or even full system takeover. This could be absolutely devastating for any organization relying on this platform!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where a waiter forgets to check the orders for allergens. If the chef doesn’t verify what’s on the ticket, a dangerous dish might end up in the hands of an unsuspecting diner! The CVS Injection vulnerability in IBM Cloud Pak System 2.3 arises from improper validation of CSV file contents, allowing an attacker to execute arbitrary commands remotely.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute malicious commands on the IBM Cloud Pak System, potentially leading to data breaches or even full system takeover. This could be absolutely devastating for any organization relying on this platform! To patch this issue, upgrade to the latest version of IBM Cloud Pak System. Additionally, ensure you implement strict input validation for CSV file uploads to mitigate any chances of exploitation. Regular audits of system configurations can also help bolster security. You've got this! Stay proactive with these steps, and you'll keep your systems safe and sound! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.0
7.0 · HIGH
Vector
CVSS:3.0/UI:R/PR:N/C:H/S:U/AC:H/A:H/AV:L/I:H/RL:O/E:U/RC:C
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02612 · 85.3th percentile
Published
2019-12-10T16:10Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 10 DEC 16:10Z
    Platform System Manager in IBM Cloud Pak System 2.3 is potentially vulnerable to CVS Injection
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