CVE-2018-1736 Explained : Impact and Mitigation

IBM WebSphere Portal versions 7.0, 8.0, 8.5, and 9.0 are vulnerable to an open redirect attack that can be exploited by remote attackers for phishing. This CVE was identified by IBM X-Force with ID 147906.

Understanding CVE-2018-1736

This CVE affects IBM WebSphere Portal versions 7.0, 8.0, 8.5, and 9.0, allowing remote attackers to conduct phishing attacks through an open redirect vulnerability.

What is CVE-2018-1736?

The vulnerability in IBM WebSphere Portal versions 7.0, 8.0, 8.5, and 9.0 enables remote attackers to deceive victims with spoofed URLs, redirecting them to malicious websites under the attacker's control.

The Impact of CVE-2018-1736

Exploiting this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive information or enable further attacks against victims.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-1736

IBM WebSphere Portal versions 7.0, 8.0, 8.5, and 9.0 are susceptible to an open redirect attack.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows remote attackers to conduct phishing attacks by manipulating URLs and redirecting victims to malicious websites.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: WebSphere Portal
Vendor: IBM
Affected Versions: 7.0, 8.0, 8.5, 9.0

Exploitation Mechanism

Attack Complexity: Low
Attack Vector: Network
Privileges Required: None
User Interaction: Required

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate action and long-term security practices are crucial to mitigate the risks associated with CVE-2018-1736.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply official fixes provided by IBM.
Educate users about phishing attacks and the importance of verifying URLs.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch WebSphere Portal installations.
Implement network security measures to detect and prevent phishing attempts.

Patching and Updates

IBM has released official fixes to address the vulnerability in affected versions of WebSphere Portal.