CVE-2018-1787 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

IBM Spectrum Protect versions 7.1 and 8.1 are affected by a vulnerability that exposes passwords due to insecure file permissions.

Understanding CVE-2018-1787

This CVE involves a password exposure vulnerability in IBM Spectrum Protect versions 7.1 and 8.1, identified by IBM X-Force ID: 148872.

What is CVE-2018-1787?

The vulnerability in IBM Spectrum Protect 7.1 and 8.1 exposes passwords due to insecure file permissions.

The Impact of CVE-2018-1787

CVSS Score: 5.1 (Medium Severity)
Confidentiality Impact: High
Attack Complexity: High
Exploit Code Maturity: Unproven
Vector String: CVSS:3.0/C:H/AC:H/I:N/PR:N/A:N/AV:L/UI:N/S:U/RC:C/RL:O/E:U

Technical Details of CVE-2018-1787

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability exposes passwords in IBM Spectrum Protect 7.1 and 8.1 due to insecure file permissions.

Affected Systems and Versions

Affected Versions: 7.1, 8.1
Product: IBM Spectrum Protect

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability allows attackers to potentially access passwords through insecure file permissions.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply the official fix provided by IBM.
Review and adjust file permissions to ensure sensitive data protection.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly monitor and update file permissions to prevent unauthorized access.
Implement strong password policies and encryption practices.

Patching and Updates

Install the necessary patches and updates from IBM to address the vulnerability.