CVE-2017-1524 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies
Learn about CVE-2017-1524 affecting IBM Rational Collaborative Lifecycle Management versions 5.0 to 6.0.5. Discover the impact, technical details, and mitigation steps.
IBM Jazz Foundation (IBM Rational Collaborative Lifecycle Management) has a vulnerability that could allow an authenticated user to access sensitive information through a crafted HTTP request.
Understanding CVE-2017-1524
This CVE affects IBM Rational Collaborative Lifecycle Management versions 5.0 to 6.0.5.
What is CVE-2017-1524?
The vulnerability in IBM Jazz Foundation could enable an authenticated user to obtain sensitive information by sending a specially crafted HTTP request, potentially aiding in future attacks.
The Impact of CVE-2017-1524
- CVSS Score: 4.3 (Medium Severity)
- Attack Vector: Network
- Attack Complexity: Low
- Confidentiality Impact: Low
- Integrity Impact: None
- Privileges Required: Low
- User Interaction: None
- Scope: Unchanged
Technical Details of CVE-2017-1524
The following technical details provide insight into the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allows an authenticated user to access sensitive information through a crafted HTTP request.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Rational Collaborative Lifecycle Management 5.0
- Rational Collaborative Lifecycle Management 5.0.1
- Rational Collaborative Lifecycle Management 5.0.2
- Rational Collaborative Lifecycle Management 6.0
- Rational Collaborative Lifecycle Management 6.0.1
- Rational Collaborative Lifecycle Management 6.0.2
- Rational Collaborative Lifecycle Management 6.0.3
- Rational Collaborative Lifecycle Management 6.0.4
- Rational Collaborative Lifecycle Management 6.0.5
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability can be exploited by an authenticated user sending a specifically crafted HTTP request to access sensitive information.
Mitigation and Prevention
Steps to address and prevent exploitation of the vulnerability.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply security patches provided by IBM.
- Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activity.
- Restrict access to sensitive information.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch software to mitigate vulnerabilities.
- Conduct security training for users to recognize and report suspicious activities.
Patching and Updates
- IBM has released patches to address the vulnerability.