CVE-2018-1875 : What You Need to Know
Learn about CVE-2018-1875 affecting IBM InfoSphere Information Governance Catalog versions 11.3, 11.5, and 11.7. Understand the impact, technical details, and mitigation steps.
IBM InfoSphere Information Governance Catalog versions 11.3, 11.5, and 11.7 have a vulnerability that could be exploited by a remote attacker for phishing attacks through an open redirect attack.
Understanding CVE-2018-1875
This CVE involves a security vulnerability in IBM InfoSphere Information Governance Catalog versions 11.3, 11.5, and 11.7 that could allow remote attackers to conduct phishing attacks.
What is CVE-2018-1875?
The vulnerability in IBM InfoSphere Information Governance Catalog versions 11.3, 11.5, and 11.7 enables a remote attacker to execute phishing attacks using an open redirect attack method. By manipulating a victim into visiting a crafted website, the attacker can spoof the URL displayed, redirecting the victim to a malicious site that may seem legitimate.
The Impact of CVE-2018-1875
Exploiting this vulnerability could grant attackers access to highly sensitive information or facilitate further attacks against the victim. The IBM X-Force identifier for this issue is 151639.
Technical Details of CVE-2018-1875
This section provides more technical insights into the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allows remote attackers to carry out phishing attacks through an open redirect attack in IBM InfoSphere Information Governance Catalog versions 11.3, 11.5, and 11.7.
Affected Systems and Versions
- InfoSphere Information Governance Catalog 11.3, 11.5, and 11.7
- InfoSphere Information Server on Cloud 11.5 and 11.7
Exploitation Mechanism
- Attack Complexity: Low
- Attack Vector: Network
- Privileges Required: None
- User Interaction: Required
- Exploit Code Maturity: Unproven
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting systems from CVE-2018-1875 is crucial to prevent potential security breaches.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply official fixes provided by IBM for the affected versions.
- Educate users about phishing attacks and the importance of verifying URLs before clicking.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch software to address known vulnerabilities.
- Implement network security measures to detect and prevent phishing attempts.
Patching and Updates
- Stay informed about security updates and patches released by IBM for InfoSphere Information Governance Catalog.