CVE-2017-1277 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2017-1277, a cross-site scripting vulnerability affecting IBM Rational Quality Manager and IBM Rational Collaborative Lifecycle Management versions 5.0 to 6.0.5. Understand the impact, technical details, and mitigation steps.
Cross-site scripting vulnerabilities have been identified in IBM Rational Quality Manager and IBM Rational Collaborative Lifecycle Management versions 5.0 through 5.0.2 and 6.0 through 6.0.5. An attacker can exploit this vulnerability by injecting their own JavaScript code into the web user interface, potentially leading to the disclosure of credentials within a trusted session.
Understanding CVE-2017-1277
This CVE involves cross-site scripting vulnerabilities in IBM Rational Quality Manager and IBM Rational Collaborative Lifecycle Management.
What is CVE-2017-1277?
CVE-2017-1277 is a cross-site scripting vulnerability affecting IBM Rational Quality Manager and IBM Rational Collaborative Lifecycle Management versions 5.0 through 5.0.2 and 6.0 through 6.0.5. It allows attackers to inject malicious JavaScript code into the web interface.
The Impact of CVE-2017-1277
The vulnerability could alter the expected functionality of the software, potentially leading to the disclosure of credentials within a trusted session.
Technical Details of CVE-2017-1277
This section provides technical details of the CVE.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allows users to embed arbitrary JavaScript code in the Web UI, altering the intended functionality and risking credential disclosure within a trusted session.
Affected Systems and Versions
- IBM Rational Collaborative Lifecycle Management 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
- IBM 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
- Attack Complexity: Low
- Attack Vector: Network
- Privileges Required: Low
- User Interaction: Required
- Exploit Code Maturity: High
- Scope: Changed
- CVSS Base Score: 5.4 (Medium)
- CVSS Temporal Score: 5.2 (Medium)
Mitigation and Prevention
Protect your systems from CVE-2017-1277 with the following steps:
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply official fixes provided by IBM.
- Educate users about the risks of executing arbitrary JavaScript code.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch software to prevent vulnerabilities.
- Implement secure coding practices to mitigate cross-site scripting risks.
Patching and Updates
Ensure that all affected systems are updated with the latest patches and security fixes.