CVE-2018-2028 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2018-2028 affecting IBM Maximo Asset Management 7.6. Understand the impact, technical details, and mitigation steps for this medium-severity vulnerability.
IBM Maximo Asset Management 7.6 allows an authenticated user to replace a specific page with a fraudulent website, potentially exposing highly confidential data.
Understanding CVE-2018-2028
An overview of the security vulnerability in IBM Maximo Asset Management 7.6.
What is CVE-2018-2028?
IBM Maximo Asset Management 7.6 vulnerability enables an attacker to substitute a legitimate page with a phishing site, leading to unauthorized access to sensitive information.
The Impact of CVE-2018-2028
The vulnerability poses a medium-severity risk with high confidentiality impact, potentially allowing attackers to obtain extremely sensitive data.
Technical Details of CVE-2018-2028
Insight into the technical aspects of the CVE-2018-2028 vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
- CVSS Score: 6.5 (Medium Severity)
- Attack Vector: Network
- Confidentiality Impact: High
- Exploit Code Maturity: Unproven
- Privileges Required: Low
- Remediation Level: Official Fix
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Maximo Asset Management
- Vendor: IBM
- Version: 7.6
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability allows an authenticated user to manipulate pages, potentially leading to data theft.
Mitigation and Prevention
Measures to address and prevent the CVE-2018-2028 vulnerability.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply official fixes provided by IBM.
- Monitor for any unauthorized page replacements.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Conduct regular security training for users.
- Implement access controls to limit page modification permissions.
Patching and Updates
- Stay updated with security bulletins from IBM.