CVE-2018-1521 Explained : Impact and Mitigation

IBM Rational Team Concert versions 5.0 to 5.0.2 and 6.0 to 6.0.5 have a security flaw that enables cross-site scripting, potentially exposing login credentials. This vulnerability was identified by IBM X-Force.

Understanding CVE-2018-1521

IBM Rational Team Concert versions 5.0 to 5.0.2 and 6.0 to 6.0.5 are susceptible to a cross-site scripting vulnerability that allows users to inject JavaScript code into the Web UI, leading to potential credential exposure.

What is CVE-2018-1521?

Cross-site scripting vulnerability in IBM Rational Team Concert versions 5.0 to 5.0.2 and 6.0 to 6.0.5
Users can insert JavaScript code in the Web UI, altering functionality and risking credential exposure

The Impact of CVE-2018-1521

Medium severity vulnerability with a CVSS base score of 5.4
Exploitation requires low privileges but user interaction is necessary
Attack vector is through the network with high exploit code maturity

Technical Details of CVE-2018-1521

Vulnerability Description

Cross-site scripting vulnerability in IBM Rational Team Concert
Allows attackers to execute arbitrary JavaScript code in the Web UI

Affected Systems and Versions

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

Exploitation Mechanism

Attack complexity is low, requiring network access and user interaction

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply official fixes provided by IBM
Educate users on safe browsing practices

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch software to mitigate vulnerabilities
Implement security training for developers and users

Patching and Updates

Refer to IBM support for official patches and updates