CVE-2018-1368 : Security Advisory and Response

IBM Security Guardium Database Activity Monitor versions 9.0, 9.1, and 9.5 have a vulnerability that could allow unauthorized access to report pages and administrative actions.

Understanding CVE-2018-1368

This CVE involves a potential security issue in IBM Security Guardium Database Activity Monitor versions 9.0, 9.1, and 9.5, which could be exploited by users with limited privileges.

What is CVE-2018-1368?

The vulnerability allows unauthorized users to access report pages and perform administrative actions meant for authorized administrators only.
Identified with IBM X-Force ID: 137765.

The Impact of CVE-2018-1368

Unauthorized individuals may make unauthorized changes, posing a risk to the system's integrity and security.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-1368

This section provides more technical insights into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

Users with low privileges can view report pages and perform actions reserved for administrators, potentially leading to unauthorized changes.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Security Guardium
Vendor: IBM
Affected Versions: 9.0, 9.1, 9.5

Exploitation Mechanism

Exploitable by users with limited privileges to access report pages and carry out administrative actions.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2018-1368 is crucial for maintaining security.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security patches provided by IBM promptly.
Restrict access to the affected versions for unauthorized users.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly monitor and audit user activities within the Security Guardium Database Activity Monitor.
Educate users on security best practices to prevent unauthorized access.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security updates and patches released by IBM to address this vulnerability.