CVE-2020-4445 : What You Need to Know

IBM Jazz Team Server based Applications are vulnerable to cross-site scripting, potentially leading to credentials disclosure within a trusted session.

Understanding CVE-2020-4445

This CVE involves a vulnerability in IBM Jazz Team Server based Applications that allows users to embed arbitrary JavaScript code in the Web UI, potentially altering functionality and leading to credential disclosure.

What is CVE-2020-4445?

IBM Jazz Team Server applications are susceptible to cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.
Attackers can inject malicious JavaScript code into the Web UI, compromising the integrity of the system.

The Impact of CVE-2020-4445

The vulnerability can result in credentials disclosure within a trusted session.
Attackers could exploit this to manipulate the intended functionality of the applications.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-4445

This section provides more technical insights into the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

CVSS Score: 5.4 (Medium Severity)
Attack Vector: Network
Exploit Code Maturity: High
User Interaction: Required
Scope: Changed

Affected Systems and Versions

Rational Rhapsody Design Manager: Versions 6.0.2, 6.0.6, 6.0.6.1, 7.0
Rational Quality Manager: Versions 6.0.2, 6.0.6, 6.0.6.1
Rational Team Concert: Versions 6.0.2, 6.0.6, 6.0.6.1, 7.0
Rational DOORS Next Generation: Versions 6.0.2, 6.0.6, 6.0.6.1, 7.0
Engineering Workflow Management: Version 7.0

Exploitation Mechanism

Attack Complexity: Low
Privileges Required: Low
Remediation Level: Official Fix

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your systems from CVE-2020-4445 with these steps.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply official fixes provided by IBM for affected versions.
Educate users about the risks of executing arbitrary JavaScript code.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch the applications to prevent vulnerabilities.
Implement secure coding practices to mitigate XSS risks.

Patching and Updates

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