CVE-2017-1465 : What You Need to Know
Learn about CVE-2017-1465 affecting IBM TRIRIGA versions 3.2 to 3.5. Understand the impact, affected systems, exploitation, and mitigation steps to prevent click hijacking attacks.
A potential vulnerability has been identified in IBM TRIRIGA versions 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, and 3.5 that could allow a malicious attacker to take control of the victim's clicking activity. This vulnerability has been assigned the IBM X-Force ID: 128464.
Understanding CVE-2017-1465
This CVE involves a security flaw in IBM TRIRIGA Application Platform versions 3.2 to 3.5 that could be exploited by attackers.
What is CVE-2017-1465?
The vulnerability in IBM TRIRIGA versions 3.2 to 3.5 could enable a malicious attacker to manipulate the victim's clicking activity by directing them to a malicious website.
The Impact of CVE-2017-1465
Exploiting this vulnerability could allow attackers to control the victim's click actions and potentially launch further attacks.
Technical Details of CVE-2017-1465
This section provides more in-depth technical insights into the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability in IBM TRIRIGA versions 3.2 to 3.5 allows remote attackers to hijack the victim's clicking actions by luring them to visit a malicious website.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: TRIRIGA Application Platform
- Vendor: IBM
- Affected Versions: 3.3, 3.3.1, 3.3.2, 3.4, 3.4.1, 3.4.2, 3.5, 3.5.1, 3.5.2
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability requires the victim to visit a malicious website, enabling attackers to control the victim's click actions.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protective measures to address and prevent the exploitation of CVE-2017-1465.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update to the latest version of IBM TRIRIGA to mitigate the vulnerability.
- Educate users to avoid visiting unknown or suspicious websites.
- Implement web filtering and security solutions to block access to malicious sites.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch software to address security vulnerabilities.
- Conduct security training for users to enhance awareness of potential threats.
Patching and Updates
- IBM has released patches and updates to address the vulnerability in TRIRIGA versions 3.2 to 3.5.