CVE-2017-1370 : What You Need to Know
Learn about CVE-2017-1370 affecting IBM Jazz Reporting Service versions 5.0 and 6.0, potentially exposing sensitive data like user credentials. Find mitigation steps and preventive measures.
IBM Jazz Reporting Service versions 5.0 and 6.0 are susceptible to a vulnerability that could expose sensitive information, including user credentials.
Understanding CVE-2017-1370
This CVE involves a potential information disclosure issue in IBM Jazz Reporting Service versions 5.0 and 6.0.
What is CVE-2017-1370?
The error message displayed on the Report Builder administrator configuration page of IBM Jazz Reporting Service (JRS) versions 5.0 and 6.0 could potentially reveal sensitive information, such as user credentials. This vulnerability has been identified with IBM X-Force ID: 126863.
The Impact of CVE-2017-1370
The vulnerability could lead to the exposure of sensitive data, posing a risk to user credentials and potentially compromising the security and confidentiality of the affected systems.
Technical Details of CVE-2017-1370
CVE-2017-1370 pertains to the following technical aspects:
Vulnerability Description
The error message on the Report Builder administrator configuration page in IBM Jazz Reporting Service versions 5.0 and 6.0 may inadvertently disclose sensitive information, specifically user credentials.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Jazz Reporting Service
- Vendor: IBM
- Affected Versions: 5.0, 5.0.1, 5.0.2, 6.0, 6.0.1, 6.0.2, 6.0.3, 6.0.4
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability can be exploited by accessing the Report Builder administrator configuration page, triggering the error message that exposes the sensitive data.
Mitigation and Prevention
To address CVE-2017-1370 and enhance security measures, consider the following steps:
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply security patches provided by IBM promptly.
- Monitor system logs for any suspicious activities indicating exploitation of the vulnerability.
- Restrict access to the Report Builder administrator configuration page.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Conduct regular security assessments and audits to identify and mitigate potential vulnerabilities.
- Educate users on secure practices to prevent inadvertent data exposure.
Patching and Updates
- Stay informed about security updates and patches released by IBM for Jazz Reporting Service.