CVE-2018-1536 Explained : Impact and Mitigation
Learn about CVE-2018-1536 affecting IBM Rational Rhapsody Design Manager and Rational Software Architect Design Manager versions 5.0 to 5.0.2 and 6.0 to 6.0.5, allowing for cross-site scripting and potential credential disclosure.
IBM Rational Rhapsody Design Manager and Rational Software Architect Design Manager versions 5.0 to 5.0.2 and 6.0 to 6.0.5 have a cross-site scripting vulnerability that can lead to credential disclosure.
Understanding CVE-2018-1536
This CVE involves a security vulnerability in IBM Rational Rhapsody Design Manager and Rational Software Architect Design Manager that allows for cross-site scripting.
What is CVE-2018-1536?
The versions 5.0 to 5.0.2 and 6.0 to 6.0.5 of IBM Rational Rhapsody Design Manager, as well as versions 5.0 to 5.0.2 and 6.0 to 6.0.1 of IBM Rational Software Architect Design Manager, are susceptible to a cross-site scripting flaw. This vulnerability permits the insertion of arbitrary JavaScript code in the Web UI, potentially compromising the application's intended functionality and exposing credentials within a trusted session.
The Impact of CVE-2018-1536
The vulnerability can be exploited for cross-site scripting, enabling attackers to manipulate the application's behavior and potentially disclose sensitive information.
Technical Details of CVE-2018-1536
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allows users to inject malicious JavaScript code into the Web UI, posing a risk of altering the application's functionality and compromising security.
Affected Systems and Versions
- IBM Rational Rhapsody Design Manager versions 5.0 to 5.0.2 and 6.0 to 6.0.5
- IBM Rational Software Architect Design Manager versions 5.0 to 5.0.2 and 6.0 to 6.0.1
Exploitation Mechanism
- Attack Complexity: Low
- Attack Vector: Network
- Privileges Required: Low
- User Interaction: Required
- Exploit Code Maturity: High
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply official fixes provided by IBM to address the vulnerability.
- Educate users about the risks of executing arbitrary code in the Web UI.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch the affected software to prevent exploitation of known vulnerabilities.
- Implement secure coding practices to mitigate the risk of cross-site scripting attacks.
Patching and Updates
- IBM has released patches to address the cross-site scripting vulnerability in the affected versions of Rational Rhapsody Design Manager and Rational Software Architect Design Manager.