CVE-2020-4863 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2020-4863 affecting IBM Engineering products, allowing stored cross-site scripting. Find impacted versions and mitigation steps to secure your systems.
IBM Engineering products are vulnerable to stored cross-site scripting, potentially leading to credentials disclosure within a trusted session.
Understanding CVE-2020-4863
This CVE involves a stored cross-site scripting vulnerability affecting various IBM Engineering products.
What is CVE-2020-4863?
CVE-2020-4863 is a vulnerability that allows users to inject arbitrary JavaScript code into the Web UI of IBM Engineering products, potentially compromising the intended functionality and leading to the disclosure of credentials.
The Impact of CVE-2020-4863
The vulnerability poses a medium severity risk with a CVSS base score of 6.4, potentially allowing attackers to manipulate the Web UI and compromise user credentials within a trusted session.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-4863
This section provides more in-depth technical details of the CVE.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allows for stored cross-site scripting, enabling the injection of malicious JavaScript code into the Web UI of affected IBM Engineering products.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Rational Quality Manager versions 6.0.2, 6.0.6, 6.0.6.1
- Engineering Workflow Management versions 7.0, 7.0.1, 7.0.2
- Rational Team Concert versions 6.0.2, 6.0.6, 6.0.6.1
- Engineering Lifecycle Optimization versions 7.0, 7.0.1, 7.0.2
- Rational DOORS Next Generation versions 6.0.2, 6.0.6, 6.0.6.1, 7.0, 7.0.1, 7.0.2
- Engineering Test Management versions 7.0.0, 7.0.1, 7.0.2
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability can be exploited by injecting specially crafted JavaScript code into the Web UI of the affected IBM Engineering products, leading to unauthorized access and potential data leakage.
Mitigation and Prevention
To address CVE-2020-4863, follow these mitigation strategies:
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply official fixes provided by IBM for the affected products.
- Monitor for any unusual activities or unauthorized access.
- Educate users on safe browsing practices to prevent script injection.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch IBM Engineering products to the latest versions.
- Conduct security assessments and penetration testing to identify and address vulnerabilities.
Patching and Updates
- Stay informed about security bulletins and updates from IBM regarding CVE-2020-4863.