CVE-2017-1356 Explained : Impact and Mitigation
Learn about CVE-2017-1356 affecting IBM Atlas eDiscovery Process Management 6.0.3. Understand the impact, affected versions, exploitation risks, and mitigation steps to secure your systems.
IBM Atlas eDiscovery Process Management 6.0.3 SQL Injection Vulnerability
Understanding CVE-2017-1356
What is CVE-2017-1356?
The vulnerability of SQL injection affects IBM Atlas eDiscovery Process Management 6.0.3. A remote attacker can exploit this vulnerability by sending specially crafted SQL statements, potentially gaining unauthorized access to the database.
The Impact of CVE-2017-1356
If successfully exploited, the attacker could view, add, modify, or delete information in the backend database, compromising data integrity and confidentiality.
Technical Details of CVE-2017-1356
Vulnerability Description
The SQL injection vulnerability in IBM Atlas eDiscovery Process Management 6.0.3 allows remote attackers to manipulate SQL queries, posing a significant security risk.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Atlas eDiscovery Process Management
- Vendor: IBM
- Vulnerable Versions: 6.0.3, 6.0.3.2, 6.0.3.3, 6.0.3.4, 6.0.3.5
Exploitation Mechanism
- Attackers send specially crafted SQL statements
- Unauthorized access to the database
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply security patches provided by IBM
- Implement input validation to prevent SQL injection attacks
- Monitor and analyze database activities for suspicious behavior
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regular security training for developers and administrators
- Conduct security audits and penetration testing
Patching and Updates
- Regularly update and patch IBM Atlas eDiscovery Process Management to address security vulnerabilities