CVE-2018-1408 : Security Advisory and Response

IBM Rational Team Concert versions 5.0 to 5.0.2 and 6.0 to 6.0.5 are susceptible to cross-site scripting vulnerabilities, potentially leading to credential disclosure.

Understanding CVE-2018-1408

Cross-site scripting vulnerabilities in IBM Rational Team Concert versions 5.0 to 5.0.2 and 6.0 to 6.0.5 could allow attackers to inject malicious JavaScript code into the Web UI, compromising system functionality.

What is CVE-2018-1408?

This CVE identifies cross-site scripting vulnerabilities in IBM Rational Team Concert versions 5.0 to 5.0.2 and 6.0 to 6.0.5, enabling the injection of JavaScript code into the Web UI.

The Impact of CVE-2018-1408

Attackers can potentially modify system functionality by injecting malicious code.
Disclosure of credentials during trusted sessions is possible.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-1408

Vulnerability Description

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

Affected Systems and Versions

IBM Rational Team Concert versions 5.0 to 5.0.2
IBM Rational Team Concert versions 6.0 to 6.0.5

Exploitation Mechanism

Attack Complexity: Low
Attack Vector: Network
Privileges Required: Low
User Interaction: Required

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply official fixes provided by IBM.
Educate users on safe browsing practices to avoid malicious code injection.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch software to mitigate known vulnerabilities.
Implement security measures to detect and prevent cross-site scripting attacks.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security advisories and updates from IBM to address vulnerabilities promptly.