CVE-2017-1250 : What You Need to Know

IBM Rational Quality Manager and IBM Rational Collaborative Lifecycle Management versions 5.0 to 5.0.2 and 6.0 to 6.0.5 are vulnerable to cross-site scripting, allowing the insertion of JavaScript code into the Web UI.

Understanding CVE-2017-1250

This CVE involves a security vulnerability in IBM Rational Quality Manager and IBM Rational Collaborative Lifecycle Management that enables cross-site scripting.

What is CVE-2017-1250?

The vulnerability allows users to insert JavaScript code into the Web UI, potentially leading to altered functionality and disclosure of login credentials during secure sessions.

The Impact of CVE-2017-1250

CVSS Score: 5.4 (Medium Severity)
Attack Vector: Network
Exploit Code Maturity: High
User Interaction: Required
Privileges Required: Low
Scope: Changed
Vector String: CVSS:3.0/A:N/AC:L/AV:N/C:L/I:L/PR:L/S:C/UI:R/E:H/RC:C/RL:O

Technical Details of CVE-2017-1250

This section provides detailed technical information about the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows for cross-site scripting, enabling the injection of arbitrary JavaScript code into the Web UI.

Affected Systems and Versions

Products: Rational Collaborative Lifecycle Management, Rational Quality Manager
Versions: 5.0, 5.0.1, 5.0.2, 6.0, 6.0.1, 6.0.2, 6.0.3, 6.0.4, 6.0.5

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by inserting malicious JavaScript code into the Web UI, affecting the intended behavior and potentially leading to credential disclosure.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your systems from CVE-2017-1250 with the following steps:

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply official fixes provided by IBM
Monitor for any unauthorized access or unusual activities
Educate users on safe browsing practices

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch software to address security vulnerabilities
Conduct security assessments and penetration testing to identify and mitigate risks

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security updates and patches released by IBM
Implement a robust patch management process to ensure timely application of fixes