CVE-2018-1600 : What You Need to Know
Learn about CVE-2018-1600 affecting IBM BigFix Platform versions 9.2 and 9.5, allowing unencrypted data transmission, posing a risk of interception. Find mitigation steps and patching details.
IBM BigFix Platform versions 9.2 and 9.5 are affected by a vulnerability that allows the transmission of sensitive information in an unencrypted format, posing a risk of interception by unauthorized individuals. The CVSS score for this vulnerability is 8.6 (High Severity).
Understanding CVE-2018-1600
This CVE involves the unencrypted transmission of critical data in IBM BigFix Platform versions 9.2 and 9.5, potentially exposing it to interception.
What is CVE-2018-1600?
The vulnerability in IBM BigFix Platform versions 9.2 and 9.5 enables the transmission of sensitive or security-critical information in an unencrypted manner, making it susceptible to interception by unauthorized parties.
The Impact of CVE-2018-1600
- CVSS Base Score: 8.6 (High Severity)
- Confidentiality Impact: High
- Temporal Score: 7.5 (High Severity)
- Exploit Code Maturity: Unproven
- Remediation Level: Official Fix
- Report Confidence: Confirmed
Technical Details of CVE-2018-1600
IBM BigFix Platform vulnerability details and affected systems.
Vulnerability Description
The flaw allows the transmission of sensitive data in clear text through a communication channel, which can be intercepted by unauthorized individuals.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Affected Product: BigFix Platform
- Vendor: IBM
- Affected Versions: 9.2, 9.5
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability enables unauthorized actors to intercept sensitive information transmitted in an unencrypted format through the communication channel.
Mitigation and Prevention
Steps to mitigate and prevent exploitation of CVE-2018-1600.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Implement encryption mechanisms for data transmission within the BigFix Platform.
- Monitor network traffic for any unauthorized access or interception attempts.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch the BigFix Platform to address security vulnerabilities.
- Conduct security audits to identify and remediate potential weaknesses in data transmission protocols.
Patching and Updates
Apply official fixes provided by IBM to secure the BigFix Platform against this vulnerability.