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CVE-2017-1791 Explained : Impact and Mitigation

Learn about CVE-2017-1791, a cross-site scripting vulnerability in IBM Rational Quality Manager versions 5.0 through 5.0.2 and 6.0 through 6.0.5. Understand the impact, affected systems, exploitation mechanism, and mitigation steps.

Cross-site scripting vulnerabilities have been identified in IBM Rational Quality Manager versions 5.0 through 5.0.2 and 6.0 through 6.0.5. Exploiting this vulnerability enables users to inject unauthorized JavaScript code into the Web UI, potentially leading to the disclosure of credentials during a trusted session.

Understanding CVE-2017-1791

This CVE involves cross-site scripting vulnerabilities in IBM Rational Quality Manager.

What is CVE-2017-1791?

CVE-2017-1791 is a cross-site scripting vulnerability found in IBM Rational Quality Manager versions 5.0 through 5.0.2 and 6.0 through 6.0.5. It allows attackers to inject unauthorized JavaScript code into the Web UI.

The Impact of CVE-2017-1791

If exploited, this vulnerability can result in unintended modifications to the system's functionality and potential disclosure of credentials during a trusted session.

Technical Details of CVE-2017-1791

This section provides technical details of the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows users to embed arbitrary JavaScript code in the Web UI, altering the intended functionality.

Affected Systems and Versions

        Product: Rational Quality Manager
        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, 6.0.5

Exploitation Mechanism

        Attack Complexity: Low
        Attack Vector: Network
        Privileges Required: Low
        User Interaction: Required
        Exploit Code Maturity: High

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your systems from CVE-2017-1791 with these mitigation strategies.

Immediate Steps to Take

        Apply official fixes provided by IBM.
        Educate users about the risks of executing unauthorized scripts.

Long-Term Security Practices

        Regularly update and patch the software to prevent vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Ensure that your IBM Rational Quality Manager is updated with the latest security patches.

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