CVE-2020-4718 : Security Advisory and Response

IBM Jazz Reporting Service versions 6.0.6, 6.0.6.1, 7.0, and 7.0.1 are vulnerable to stored cross-site scripting, potentially leading to credential disclosure.

Understanding CVE-2020-4718

IBM Jazz Reporting Service is susceptible to stored cross-site scripting, allowing malicious users to inject JavaScript code into the Web UI.

What is CVE-2020-4718?

Stored cross-site scripting vulnerability in IBM Jazz Reporting Service
Allows embedding of arbitrary JavaScript code in the Web UI
Could lead to credential disclosure within a trusted session

The Impact of CVE-2020-4718

Base Score: 6.4 (Medium Severity)
Attack Complexity: Low
Attack Vector: Network
Exploit Code Maturity: High
Privileges Required: Low
Scope: Changed
CVSS Vector: CVSS:3.0/A:N/S:C/AV:N/I:L/AC:L/C:L/UI:N/PR:L/E:H/RL:O/RC:C

Technical Details of CVE-2020-4718

Vulnerability Description

Stored cross-site scripting vulnerability in IBM Jazz Reporting Service

Affected Systems and Versions

IBM Jazz Reporting Service 6.0.6, 6.0.6.1, 7.0, and 7.0.1

Exploitation Mechanism

Malicious users can inject JavaScript code into the Web UI

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply official fixes provided by IBM
Monitor for any unusual activities in the Web UI

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch the Jazz Reporting Service
Educate users on safe browsing practices
Implement security measures to detect and prevent XSS attacks

Patching and Updates

IBM may release official patches to address the vulnerability