CVE-2018-1595 : What You Need to Know

IBM Spectrum Symphony and Platform Symphony versions 7.1.2 and 7.2.0.2 are vulnerable to an exploit that could allow authenticated users to run unauthorized commands.

Understanding CVE-2018-1595

This CVE involves a potential vulnerability in IBM Spectrum Symphony and Platform Symphony versions 7.1.2 and 7.2.0.2, allowing unauthorized command execution by authenticated users.

What is CVE-2018-1595?

The vulnerability in IBM Spectrum Symphony and Platform Symphony versions 7.1.2 and 7.2.0.2 enables authenticated users to execute arbitrary commands due to improper handling of user input.

The Impact of CVE-2018-1595

CVSS Score: 8.8 (High Severity)
Attack Vector: Network
Confidentiality Impact: High
Integrity Impact: High
Availability Impact: High
Privileges Required: Low
User Interaction: None
Exploit Code Maturity: Unproven
Remediation Level: Official Fix
Report Confidence: Confirmed

Technical Details of CVE-2018-1595

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability arises from the improper handling of user-supplied input, allowing authenticated users to execute unauthorized commands.

Affected Systems and Versions

IBM Spectrum Symphony 7.2.0.2
IBM Spectrum Symphony 7.1.2

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by authenticated users to run unauthorized commands due to the mishandling of user input.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply official fixes provided by IBM
Monitor for any unauthorized command executions
Restrict user privileges to minimize potential impact

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch IBM Spectrum Symphony and Platform Symphony
Conduct security training for users to prevent unauthorized actions

Patching and Updates

Ensure that all systems running IBM Spectrum Symphony and Platform Symphony are updated with the latest patches and security fixes.