SB2020110638 - Session fixation in IBM Cloud Automation Manager



SB2020110638 - Session fixation in IBM Cloud Automation Manager

Published: November 6, 2020 Updated: June 13, 2023

Security Bulletin ID SB2020110638
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Local access
Highest impact Data manipulation

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Session Fixation (CVE-ID: CVE-2019-4617)

The vulnerability allows a local user to gain access to potentially sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to IBM Cloud Automation Manager does not renew a session variable after a successful authentication. A local user can gain unauthorized access to sensitive information on the system.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.