CVE-2017-1738 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2017-1738 affecting IBM Rational Quality Manager versions 5.0 to 6.0.5. Find out the impact, technical details, and mitigation steps for this vulnerability.
IBM Rational Quality Manager versions 5.0 through 5.0.2 and 6.0 through 6.0.5 contain a vulnerability that could allow an authenticated user to gain elevated privileges.
Understanding CVE-2017-1738
This CVE involves an undisclosed vulnerability in IBM Rational Quality Manager software.
What is CVE-2017-1738?
The vulnerability in IBM Rational Quality Manager versions 5.0 through 5.0.2 and 6.0 through 6.0.5 could potentially enable an authenticated user to gain elevated privileges.
The Impact of CVE-2017-1738
The vulnerability could allow a user with authenticated access to escalate their privileges within the system.
Technical Details of CVE-2017-1738
This section provides more technical insights into the CVE.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability in IBM Rational Quality Manager allows an authenticated user to gain elevated privileges, posing a security risk.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Affected versions include 5.0, 5.0.1, 5.0.2, 6.0, 6.0.1, 6.0.2, 6.0.3, 6.0.4, and 6.0.5 of IBM Rational Quality Manager.
Exploitation Mechanism
- Attack Complexity: Low
- Attack Vector: Network
- Privileges Required: Low
- User Interaction: None
- Exploit Code Maturity: Unproven
- Impact: Low confidentiality, integrity, and availability
Mitigation and Prevention
Steps to address and prevent the vulnerability.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply official fixes provided by IBM.
- Monitor for any unauthorized access or privilege escalation.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch the software to prevent vulnerabilities.
- Implement strong authentication mechanisms to control access.
Patching and Updates
- Stay informed about security updates and patches released by IBM for Rational Quality Manager.