CVE-2019-4638

Description

IBM Security Secret Server 10.7 does not set the secure attribute on authorization tokens or session cookies. This could allow an attacker to obtain sensitive information using man in the middle techniques. IBM X-Force ID: 170044.

Category

3.7
CVSS
Severity: Low
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.28%
Vendor Advisory ibmcloud.com Vendor Advisory ibm.com
Affected: IBM Security Secret Server
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/1283236 patch vendor advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/170044 vdb entry vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2019-4638?
CVE-2019-4638 has been scored as a low severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2019-4638?
To fix CVE-2019-4638, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2019-4638 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2019-4638 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2019-4638?
CVE-2019-4638 affects IBM Security Secret Server.
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