CVE-2018-1892 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

IBM Rational Collaborative Lifecycle Management versions 6.0 to 6.0.6.1 are vulnerable to cross-site scripting, allowing attackers to insert malicious JavaScript code into the Web UI.

Understanding CVE-2018-1892

This CVE involves a security flaw in IBM Rational Collaborative Lifecycle Management versions 6.0 to 6.0.6.1 that exposes them to cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.

What is CVE-2018-1892?

Cross-site scripting vulnerability in IBM Rational Collaborative Lifecycle Management versions 6.0 to 6.0.6.1
Allows insertion of arbitrary JavaScript code into the Web UI
Potential exposure of login credentials in a trusted session

The Impact of CVE-2018-1892

Attackers can modify the application's behavior by injecting malicious code
Risk of exposing sensitive information like login credentials

Technical Details of CVE-2018-1892

This section provides detailed technical information about the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

Vulnerability Type: Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)
IBM X-Force ID: 152156
Allows users to embed JavaScript code in the Web UI

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Rational Collaborative Lifecycle Management
Vendor: IBM
Affected Versions: 6.0 to 6.0.6.1

Exploitation Mechanism

Attack Complexity: Low
Attack Vector: Network
User Interaction: Required
Exploit Code Maturity: High
Privileges Required: Low

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your systems from CVE-2018-1892 with these mitigation strategies.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply official fixes provided by IBM
Educate users about the risks of clicking on suspicious links
Monitor network traffic for any signs of XSS attacks

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch software to prevent vulnerabilities
Implement secure coding practices to mitigate XSS risks

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security bulletins and updates from IBM
Apply patches promptly to secure your systems