CVE-2017-1113 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2017-1113 affecting IBM Rational Team Concert versions 4.0, 5.0, and 6.0. Understand the impact, technical details, and mitigation steps for this cross-site scripting vulnerability.
IBM Rational Team Concert (RTC) versions 4.0, 5.0, and 6.0 have a cross-site scripting vulnerability that allows users to inject JavaScript code into the Web UI, potentially compromising security.
Understanding CVE-2017-1113
IBM Rational Team Concert (RTC) versions 4.0, 5.0, and 6.0 are affected by a cross-site scripting vulnerability identified by IBM X-Force.
What is CVE-2017-1113?
The vulnerability in RTC versions 4.0, 5.0, and 6.0 enables users to insert JavaScript code into the Web UI, leading to unauthorized changes and possible exposure of login credentials.
The Impact of CVE-2017-1113
The vulnerability could result in altered functionality, unauthorized access, and potential exposure of sensitive information during trusted sessions.
Technical Details of CVE-2017-1113
IBM Rational Team Concert (RTC) versions 4.0, 5.0, and 6.0 are susceptible to a cross-site scripting flaw.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allows malicious users to embed arbitrary JavaScript code in the Web UI, compromising the intended functionality and potentially exposing login credentials.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Rational Team Concert 4.0, 4.0.1, 4.0.0.1, 4.0.0.2, 4.0.2, 4.0.3, 4.0.4, 4.0.5, 4.0.6, 5.0, 4.0.7, 5.0.2, 5.0.1, 6.0, 6.0.1, 6.0.2, 6.0.3
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability allows attackers to inject malicious JavaScript code into the Web UI, potentially leading to unauthorized access and data exposure.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate action and long-term security practices are crucial to mitigate the risks associated with CVE-2017-1113.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply security patches provided by IBM promptly.
- Monitor and restrict user input to prevent malicious code injection.
- Educate users on safe browsing practices to minimize the risk of exploitation.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch software to address known vulnerabilities.
- Implement web application firewalls to detect and block malicious traffic.
- Conduct security assessments and penetration testing to identify and remediate vulnerabilities.
Patching and Updates
- IBM has released patches to address the cross-site scripting vulnerability in Rational Team Concert versions 4.0, 5.0, and 6.0.