CVE-2018-6588 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2018-6588 affecting CA API Developer Portal versions 3.5 to 3.5 CR5. Understand the impact, technical details, and mitigation steps for this cross-site scripting vulnerability.
CA API Developer Portal versions 3.5 to 3.5 CR5 have a security vulnerability related to reflected cross-site scripting in the apiExplorer feature.
Understanding CVE-2018-6588
The CVE-2018-6588 vulnerability affects CA API Developer Portal versions 3.5 to 3.5 CR5.
What is CVE-2018-6588?
The vulnerability involves reflected cross-site scripting in the apiExplorer feature of CA API Developer Portal versions 3.5 to 3.5 CR5.
The Impact of CVE-2018-6588
This vulnerability could allow attackers to execute malicious scripts in the context of a user's session, potentially leading to unauthorized actions or data theft.
Technical Details of CVE-2018-6588
The technical aspects of the CVE-2018-6588 vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
- CWE-79: Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting')
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: CA API Developer Portal
- Vendor: CA Technologies
- Versions Affected: 3.5 to 3.5 CR5
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability is exploited through the apiExplorer feature, allowing attackers to inject and execute malicious scripts.
Mitigation and Prevention
Steps to mitigate and prevent the CVE-2018-6588 vulnerability.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update to a patched version of CA API Developer Portal.
- Implement input validation mechanisms to prevent cross-site scripting attacks.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly monitor and audit web application security.
- Educate developers on secure coding practices to prevent XSS vulnerabilities.
Patching and Updates
- Apply security patches provided by CA Technologies to address the vulnerability.