CVE-2017-1762 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

IBM Jazz Foundation (IBM Rational Collaborative Lifecycle Management) versions 5.0 to 6.0 are vulnerable to cross-site scripting, potentially leading to credential exposure.

Understanding CVE-2017-1762

This CVE involves a cross-site scripting vulnerability in IBM Rational Collaborative Lifecycle Management versions 5.0 to 6.0.

What is CVE-2017-1762?

Cross-site scripting vulnerability in IBM Jazz Foundation
Allows insertion of arbitrary JavaScript code into the Web UI
May lead to modification of intended functionality and credential exposure

The Impact of CVE-2017-1762

Attack Complexity: Low
Attack Vector: Network
Base Score: 5.4 (Medium)
Confidentiality Impact: Low
Integrity Impact: Low
User Interaction: Required

Technical Details of CVE-2017-1762

This section provides technical details of the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

Cross-site scripting vulnerability in IBM Rational Collaborative Lifecycle Management

Affected Systems and Versions

Rational Collaborative Lifecycle Management versions 5.0, 5.0.1, 5.0.2, 6.0, 6.0.1, 6.0.2, 6.0.3, 6.0.4, 6.0.5

Exploitation Mechanism

Permits users to insert arbitrary JavaScript code into the Web UI

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your systems from CVE-2017-1762 with these steps:

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security patches provided by IBM
Monitor and restrict user input to prevent script injection

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch software to address vulnerabilities
Educate users on safe browsing habits and potential risks
Implement security measures to detect and prevent cross-site scripting attacks

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security updates and apply patches promptly