CVE-2020-4892 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

IBM Emptoris Contract Management 10.1.3 is vulnerable to cross-site scripting, potentially leading to credentials disclosure within a trusted session.

Understanding CVE-2020-4892

IBM Emptoris Contract Management 10.1.3 is susceptible to a cross-site scripting vulnerability that allows the injection of arbitrary JavaScript code into the Web UI, potentially compromising the system's security.

What is CVE-2020-4892?

CVE-2020-4892 is a security vulnerability in IBM Emptoris Contract Management 10.1.3 that enables attackers to insert malicious JavaScript code into the Web UI, which can manipulate the system's intended functionality and may result in the disclosure of sensitive credentials.

The Impact of CVE-2020-4892

The vulnerability poses a medium severity risk with a CVSS base score of 5.4, potentially leading to unauthorized access and data exposure within a trusted session.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-4892

IBM Emptoris Contract Management 10.1.3 is affected by the following:

Vulnerability Description

Cross-site scripting vulnerability in IBM Emptoris Contract Management 10.1.3

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Emptoris Contract Management
Vendor: IBM
Version: 10.1.3

Exploitation Mechanism

Attack Vector: Network
Attack Complexity: Low
Privileges Required: Low
User Interaction: Required

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take:

Apply the official fix provided by IBM
Monitor for any unusual activities or unauthorized access Long-Term Security Practices:
Regularly update and patch the software
Implement secure coding practices to prevent cross-site scripting vulnerabilities
Educate users on safe browsing habits and potential security risks
Conduct regular security assessments and audits
Stay informed about security updates and advisories

Patching and Updates

IBM has released an official fix to address the vulnerability in Emptoris Contract Management 10.1.3