CVE-2017-1223 : Security Advisory and Response

IBM Tivoli Endpoint Manager has an open redirect vulnerability that could be exploited by attackers for phishing attacks, potentially leading to data theft or further malicious activities.

Understanding CVE-2017-1223

This CVE involves an open redirect vulnerability in IBM Tivoli Endpoint Manager, allowing attackers to manipulate URLs and redirect users to deceptive websites.

What is CVE-2017-1223?

The presence of an open redirect vulnerability in IBM Tivoli Endpoint Manager enables attackers to conduct phishing attacks by redirecting users to malicious websites.

The Impact of CVE-2017-1223

Attackers can manipulate URLs to redirect users to deceptive websites, potentially leading to data theft or further cyber attacks.

Technical Details of CVE-2017-1223

This section provides technical insights into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

IBM Tivoli Endpoint Manager is susceptible to an open redirect vulnerability that allows remote attackers to conduct phishing attacks.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: BigFix family
Vendor: IBM
Vulnerable Versions: 9.2, 9.5

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by enticing users to visit specially crafted web pages to redirect them to malicious sites.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protective measures to address the CVE-2017-1223 vulnerability.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security patches provided by IBM promptly.
Educate users about phishing attacks and the importance of verifying URLs.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement email filtering to detect and block phishing attempts.
Regularly update and patch software to prevent vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

IBM has released patches to address the open redirect vulnerability in Tivoli Endpoint Manager.