CVE-2019-4071: Critical severity IBM Spectrum Control vulnerability

Published May 9, 2019
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Updated

IBM Tivoli Storage Productivity Center (IBM Spectrum Control Standard Edition 5.2.1 through 5.2.17) could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the system, caused by improper validation of csv file contents. IBM X-Force ID: 157063.

Affected Software

3 affected components
IBM Spectrum Control>=5.2.8<=5.2.17.2
IBM Spectrum Control>=5.3.0<=5.3.1
IBM Tivoli Storage Productivity Center>=5.2.0<=5.2.7.1

Event History

May 9, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:10 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:10 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2019-4071?

CVE-2019-4071 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the risk of remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2019-4071?

To fix CVE-2019-4071, upgrade to IBM Spectrum Control versions 5.3.1 or later or to any patched version of IBM Tivoli Storage Productivity Center.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2019-4071?

CVE-2019-4071 affects IBM Spectrum Control versions 5.2.1 through 5.2.17 and IBM Tivoli Storage Productivity Center versions 5.2.0 through 5.2.7.1.

4

What is the impact of CVE-2019-4071?

The impact of CVE-2019-4071 is the potential for a remote attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the affected system.

5

Is CVE-2019-4071 a network-based vulnerability?

Yes, CVE-2019-4071 is a network-based vulnerability that can be exploited by attackers remotely.

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