CVE-2018-1667 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

IBM DataPower Gateway versions 7.6.0.0 to 7.6.0.10, 7.5.2.0 to 7.5.2.17, 7.5.1.0 to 7.5.1.17, 7.5.0.0 to 7.5.0.18, and 7.7.0.0 to 7.7.1.3 are vulnerable to cross-site scripting, allowing the insertion of malicious JavaScript code into the Web UI.

Understanding CVE-2018-1667

This CVE identifies a cross-site scripting vulnerability in IBM DataPower Gateway.

What is CVE-2018-1667?

The vulnerability allows attackers to inject arbitrary JavaScript code into the Web UI, potentially altering its functionality and leading to credential exposure during trusted sessions.

The Impact of CVE-2018-1667

The vulnerability poses a medium severity risk with a CVSS base score of 5.4. Attackers can exploit this issue with low privileges required and high exploit code maturity.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-1667

IBM DataPower Gateway is affected by a cross-site scripting vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

Attackers can insert malicious JavaScript code into the Web UI
This can lead to unauthorized access and credential exposure

Affected Systems and Versions

DataPower Gateway versions 7.6.0.0 to 7.6.0.10
DataPower Gateway versions 7.5.2.0 to 7.5.2.17
DataPower Gateway versions 7.5.1.0 to 7.5.1.17
DataPower Gateway versions 7.5.0.0 to 7.5.0.18
DataPower Gateway versions 7.7.0.0 to 7.7.1.3

Exploitation Mechanism

Attack Complexity: Low
Attack Vector: Network
User Interaction: Required
Privileges Required: Low
Exploit Code Maturity: High
Scope: Changed

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate action is necessary to address the CVE-2018-1667 vulnerability.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply official fixes provided by IBM
Monitor and restrict user input to prevent script injection

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch DataPower Gateway
Conduct security assessments and audits to identify vulnerabilities

Patching and Updates

IBM has released official fixes to address the cross-site scripting vulnerability