CVE-2018-1825 : What You Need to Know

IBM Rational Quality Manager versions 5.0 to 6.0.6 are susceptible to a cross-site scripting vulnerability, allowing malicious users to inject JavaScript code into the Web interface, potentially leading to unauthorized credential exposure.

Understanding CVE-2018-1825

This CVE involves a security flaw in IBM Rational Quality Manager versions 5.0 through 6.0.6 that exposes them to cross-site scripting.

What is CVE-2018-1825?

The vulnerability allows users to insert JavaScript code into the Web UI, altering the application's behavior and risking unauthorized credential disclosure during trusted sessions.

The Impact of CVE-2018-1825

Attack Complexity: Low
Attack Vector: Network
Base Score: 5.4 (Medium)
Confidentiality Impact: Low
Integrity Impact: Low
User Interaction: Required
Exploit Code Maturity: Unproven
Privileges Required: Low
Scope: Changed
Temporal Score: 4.7 (Medium)

Technical Details of CVE-2018-1825

Vulnerability Description

The flaw in IBM Rational Quality Manager allows for cross-site scripting, enabling the injection of malicious JavaScript code.

Affected Systems and Versions

Rational Quality Manager 5.0, 5.0.1, 5.0.2, 6.0, 6.0.1, 6.0.2, 6.0.3, 6.0.4, 6.0.5, 6.0.6

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability permits users to embed arbitrary JavaScript code in the Web UI, potentially leading to credential disclosure.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply official fixes provided by IBM
Monitor for any unauthorized access or unusual activities
Educate users on safe browsing practices

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch software to prevent vulnerabilities
Conduct security training for developers and users

Patching and Updates

Ensure that all affected versions of IBM Rational Quality Manager are updated with the latest patches and security fixes.