CVE-2018-1933 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2018-1933 affecting IBM Planning Analytics versions 2.0 to 2.0.6. Understand the XSS vulnerability, its impact, and mitigation steps to secure your systems.
IBM Planning Analytics versions 2.0 to 2.0.6 are susceptible to a Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious JavaScript code into the Web UI, potentially leading to unauthorized access and data exposure.
Understanding CVE-2018-1933
This CVE involves a security flaw in IBM Planning Analytics versions 2.0 to 2.0.6 that enables the insertion of unauthorized JavaScript code, posing a risk of altering system functionality and compromising sensitive information.
What is CVE-2018-1933?
IBM Planning Analytics versions 2.0 to 2.0.6 are affected by a Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability, identified as IBM X-Force ID: 153177. This flaw allows threat actors to execute malicious scripts within the Web UI, potentially leading to credential exposure.
The Impact of CVE-2018-1933
The XSS vulnerability in IBM Planning Analytics versions 2.0 to 2.0.6 can result in:
- Unauthorized access to sensitive data
- Modification of system behavior
- Potential exposure of credentials during trusted sessions
Technical Details of CVE-2018-1933
This section provides detailed technical insights into the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The XSS flaw in IBM Planning Analytics versions 2.0 to 2.0.6 allows attackers to embed malicious JavaScript code in the Web UI, compromising system integrity and confidentiality.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Planning Analytics
- Vendor: IBM
- Vulnerable Versions: 2.0, 2.0.1, 2.0.2, 2.0.3, 2.0.4, 2.0.5, 2.0.6
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability requires user interaction to execute the exploit, with a low attack complexity and privilege requirement.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protect your systems from CVE-2018-1933 with these security measures.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply official fixes provided by IBM
- Educate users on safe browsing practices
- Monitor and restrict user input to prevent script injection
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch software to address vulnerabilities
- Conduct security assessments and penetration testing
- Implement web application firewalls and input validation mechanisms
Patching and Updates
Ensure timely installation of security patches and updates to mitigate the risk of XSS attacks in IBM Planning Analytics versions 2.0 to 2.0.6.