CVE-2024-40686

IBM SmartCloud Analytics - Log Analysis HOST header injection

Description

IBM SmartCloud Analytics - Log Analysis 1.3.7.0, 1.3.7.1, 1.3.7.2, 1.3.8.0, 1.3.8.1, and 1.3.8.2 is vulnerable to HTTP header injection, caused by improper validation of input by the HOST headers. This could allow an attacker to conduct various attacks against the vulnerable system, including cross-site scripting, cache poisoning or session hijacking.

Remediation

Solution:

  • Apply Log Analysis version 1.3.8.2 Interim Fix 1. Download 1.3.8.2-TIV-IOALA-IF001. For Log Analysis before version 1.3.8.2, upgrade to 1.3.8-TIV-IOALA-FP2 before installing this fix.

Category

5.4
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.02%
Vendor Advisory ibm.com
Affected: IBM SmartCloud Analytics Log Analysis
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7240270 patch vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-40686?
CVE-2024-40686 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-40686?
To fix CVE-2024-40686: Apply Log Analysis version 1.3.8.2 Interim Fix 1. Download 1.3.8.2-TIV-IOALA-IF001. For Log Analysis before version 1.3.8.2, upgrade to 1.3.8-TIV-IOALA-FP2 before installing this fix.
Is CVE-2024-40686 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-40686 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-2024-40686?
CVE-2024-40686 affects IBM SmartCloud Analytics Log Analysis.
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