OpenSSL CVE-2019-1549 Security Vulnerability

Description

OpenSSL is prone to a security vulnerability. An attacker can exploit this issue to gain access to sensitive information that may aid in further attacks. OpenSSL versions 1.1.1 through 1.1.1c are vulnerable.

Technologies Affected

• IBM Cloud Private 3.2.0 CD
• IBM Cloud Private 3.2.1 CD
• OpenSSL Project OpenSSL 1.1.1
• OpenSSL Project OpenSSL 1.1.1B
• OpenSSL Project OpenSSL 1.1.1a
• OpenSSL Project OpenSSL 1.1.1c

Recommendations

Block external access at the network boundary, unless external parties require service.
If global access isn’t needed, filter access to the affected computer at the network boundary. Restricting access to only trusted computers and networks might greatly reduce the likelihood of successful exploits.

Deploy network intrusion detection systems to monitor network traffic for malicious activity.
Deploy NIDS to monitor network traffic for signs of anomalous or suspicious activity. This includes but is not limited to requests that include NOP sleds and unexplained incoming and outgoing traffic. This may indicate exploit attempts or activity that results from successful exploits.

Updates are available. Please see the references or vendor advisory for more information.