Vulnerability identifier: #VU22972
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 4.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-276
Exploitation vector: Local
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
IBM SmartCloud Analytics
Server applications /
Frameworks for developing and running applications
Vendor: IBM Corporation
Description
The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.
The vulnerability exists due to incorrect default permissions for files and folders that are set by the application. A local user with access to the system can view contents of files and directories, such as solrconfig.xml or perform disruptive administrator tasks.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
IBM SmartCloud Analytics: 1.3.1 - 1.3.5
External links
http://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/159517
http://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/1109721
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.