CVE-2017-1367 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2017-1367 affecting IBM Security Identity Governance and Intelligence Virtual Appliance versions 5.2 through 5.2.3.2. Discover the impact, technical details, and mitigation steps.
IBM Security Identity Governance and Intelligence Virtual Appliance versions 5.2 through 5.2.3.2 store sensitive information in URL parameters, potentially leading to information disclosure.
Understanding CVE-2017-1367
This CVE involves a vulnerability in IBM Security Identity Governance and Intelligence Virtual Appliance versions 5.2 through 5.2.3.2.
What is CVE-2017-1367?
The vulnerability allows sensitive information to be stored in URL parameters, which could be accessed by unauthorized parties through server logs, referrer headers, or browser history.
The Impact of CVE-2017-1367
- CVSS Score: 3.7 (Low Severity)
- Attack Vector: Network
- Attack Complexity: High
- Confidentiality Impact: Low
- Integrity Impact: None
- Privileges Required: None
- User Interaction: None
- Exploit Code Maturity: Unproven
- This vulnerability has a low severity impact with the potential for information disclosure.
Technical Details of CVE-2017-1367
The technical details of the CVE-2017-1367 vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
Sensitive information is stored in URL parameters in IBM Security Identity Governance and Intelligence Virtual Appliance versions 5.2 through 5.2.3.2.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Security Identity Governance and Intelligence
- Vendor: IBM
- Affected Versions: 5.2, 5.2.1, 5.2.2, 5.2.2.1, 5.2.3, 5.2.3.1, 5.2.3.2
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability can be exploited by unauthorized parties accessing URLs through server logs, referrer headers, or browser history.
Mitigation and Prevention
Steps to mitigate and prevent the CVE-2017-1367 vulnerability.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Monitor and restrict access to URLs containing sensitive information.
- Implement access controls to prevent unauthorized parties from viewing server logs.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly review and update security configurations to prevent information disclosure.
- Educate users on safe browsing practices to minimize the risk of unauthorized access.
Patching and Updates
Apply official fixes and updates provided by IBM to address the vulnerability.