CVE-2018-1362 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2018-1362 affecting IBM Curam Social Program Management versions 6.0.5, 6.1.1, 6.2.0, and 7.0.1. Find out how an authenticated user could manipulate submitted applications and gain unauthorized privileges.
IBM Curam Social Program Management versions 6.0.5, 6.1.1, 6.2.0, and 7.0.1 have a vulnerability that could allow an authenticated user to manipulate submitted applications and potentially gain unauthorized privileges.
Understanding CVE-2018-1362
Citizen Portal versions of IBM Curam Social Program Management are affected by a security flaw that may lead to privilege escalation.
What is CVE-2018-1362?
IBM Curam Social Program Management versions 6.0.5, 6.1.1, 6.2.0, and 7.0.1 within Citizen Portal have a vulnerability that enables an authenticated user to withdraw applications submitted by other users, potentially leading to unauthorized privilege escalation.
The Impact of CVE-2018-1362
The vulnerability in IBM Curam Social Program Management could result in an authorized user gaining access to and manipulating other users' submitted applications, potentially leading to unauthorized privileges.
Technical Details of CVE-2018-1362
IBM Curam Social Program Management vulnerability details.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allows an authenticated user to remove applications submitted by other users, potentially gaining unauthorized privileges.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Cram Social Program Management
- Vendor: IBM
- Versions Affected: 6.0.5, 6.1.1, 6.2.0, 7.0.1
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability could be exploited by an authenticated user to manipulate applications submitted by other users, potentially leading to unauthorized privilege escalation.
Mitigation and Prevention
Steps to mitigate and prevent the CVE-2018-1362 vulnerability.
Immediate Steps to Take
- IBM users should apply the necessary security patches provided by the vendor.
- Monitor user activities for any suspicious behavior related to application submissions.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch the IBM Curam Social Program Management software to prevent vulnerabilities.
- Implement access controls and user permissions to limit the impact of potential privilege escalation.
Patching and Updates
- IBM has released patches to address the vulnerability in affected versions of Curam Social Program Management.