CVE-2018-1804 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies
Learn about CVE-2018-1804 affecting IBM Security Access Manager Appliance versions 9.0.1.0 to 9.0.5.0. Discover impact, technical details, and mitigation steps.
IBM Security Access Manager Appliance versions 9.0.1.0 to 9.0.5.0 have a vulnerability where the secure attribute is not correctly set on authorization tokens or session cookies, potentially enabling attackers to access sensitive information.
Understanding CVE-2018-1804
This CVE involves a security vulnerability in IBM Security Access Manager Appliance versions 9.0.1.0 to 9.0.5.0.
What is CVE-2018-1804?
The IBM Security Access Manager Appliance versions 9.0.1.0 to 9.0.5.0 have a security vulnerability where the secure attribute is not properly set on authorization tokens or session cookies. This flaw could potentially enable an attacker to access sensitive information through man-in-the-middle methods.
The Impact of CVE-2018-1804
- CVSS Base Score: 3.7 (Low Severity)
- Attack Vector: Network
- Attack Complexity: High
- Confidentiality Impact: Low
- Integrity Impact: None
- Privileges Required: None
- User Interaction: None
- Exploit Code Maturity: Unproven
- Remediation Level: Official Fix
- Report Confidence: Confirmed
Technical Details of CVE-2018-1804
This section provides more technical insights into the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability arises from the failure to set the secure attribute on authorization tokens or session cookies in the affected versions of IBM Security Access Manager Appliance.
Affected Systems and Versions
The following versions are impacted:
- Security Access Manager Appliance 9.0.1.0
- Security Access Manager Appliance 9.0.2.0
- Security Access Manager Appliance 9.0.3.0
- Security Access Manager Appliance 9.0.4.0
- Security Access Manager Appliance 9.0.5.0
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability could be exploited through man-in-the-middle attacks to intercept sensitive information.
Mitigation and Prevention
It is crucial to take immediate steps to address and prevent exploitation of this vulnerability.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply official fixes provided by IBM for the affected versions.
- Monitor network traffic for any signs of unauthorized access.
- Educate users on secure browsing practices.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch the IBM Security Access Manager Appliance.
- Implement encryption protocols to secure data transmission.
Patching and Updates
Ensure that all affected versions are updated with the latest patches and security fixes.