Command Injection in IBM Guardium Data Protection

Executive Summary

This is a command injection vulnerability in IBM Guardium Data Protection 12.2. It exists in the SUID-root ssh_config_wrapper component. An authenticated user with high privileges can inject malicious commands through user-controlled arguments. This leads to arbitrary command execution with root-level permissions on the affected system.

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Detection Guidance

Detection requires checking for vulnerable versions of IBM Guardium Data Protection 12.2. Inspect the ssh_config_wrapper component for unauthorized command injection attempts in logs or system processes. No specific commands are provided in the context.

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Impact Analysis

If exploited, this vulnerability allows attackers to execute arbitrary commands as root on the vulnerable system. This could lead to full system compromise, unauthorized data access, installation of malware, or disruption of services. Attackers could steal sensitive data, modify system configurations, or pivot to other systems in the network.

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Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could severely impact compliance with GDPR and HIPAA. It may lead to unauthorized access to personal or protected health information, violating data protection requirements. Organizations could face regulatory fines, legal consequences, and reputational damage due to potential data breaches resulting from this vulnerability.

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Mitigation Strategies

Apply the latest IBM Guardium Data Protection patch or update to address the command injection vulnerability in ssh_config_wrapper. Restrict high-privileged user access to prevent exploitation. Monitor system logs for suspicious command execution attempts.

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