CVE-2018-1889 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies
Learn about CVE-2018-1889 affecting IBM Security Guardium versions 10.0 and 10.5. Understand the impact, technical details, and mitigation steps to secure your systems.
IBM Security Guardium versions 10.0 and 10.5 are susceptible to a cross-site scripting vulnerability, allowing malicious users to inject JavaScript code into the Web UI, potentially leading to credential exposure during trusted sessions.
Understanding CVE-2018-1889
What is CVE-2018-1889?
CVE-2018-1889 is a vulnerability in IBM Security Guardium versions 10.0 and 10.5 that enables cross-site scripting attacks.
The Impact of CVE-2018-1889
The vulnerability allows attackers to manipulate the Web UI, compromising the integrity of the system and potentially exposing sensitive credentials.
Technical Details of CVE-2018-1889
Vulnerability Description
The flaw in IBM Security Guardium versions 10.0 and 10.5 permits the insertion of arbitrary JavaScript code into the Web UI, altering its intended behavior.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Security Guardium
- Vendor: IBM
- Vulnerable Versions: 10.0, 10.5
Exploitation Mechanism
- Attack Complexity: Low
- Attack Vector: Network
- Privileges Required: Low
- User Interaction: Required
- Exploit Code Maturity: High
Mitigation and Prevention
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 Security Guardium installations
- Educate users on safe browsing habits and potential risks
Patching and Updates
IBM has released patches to address the vulnerability in Security Guardium versions 10.0 and 10.5.