CVE-2018-1935 : What You Need to Know
Learn about CVE-2018-1935 affecting IBM Connections versions 5.0, 5.5, and 6.0. Understand the impact, technical details, and mitigation steps to secure your systems.
IBM Connections versions 5.0, 5.5, and 6.0 are affected by a vulnerability that could expose sensitive data to authenticated users. The vulnerability was identified by IBM X-Force with ID 153315.
Understanding CVE-2018-1935
The presence of improper request error messages in IBM Connections versions 5.0, 5.5, and 6.0 could lead to the exposure of sensitive data to users who have been authenticated.
What is CVE-2018-1935?
IBM Connections versions 5.0, 5.5, and 6.0 could allow an authenticated user to obtain sensitive information from invalid request error messages.
The Impact of CVE-2018-1935
- CVSS Base Score: 4.3 (Medium)
- Attack Vector: Network
- Confidentiality Impact: Low
- Integrity Impact: None
- Privileges Required: Low
- User Interaction: None
- This vulnerability could potentially lead to the exposure of sensitive data to authenticated users.
Technical Details of CVE-2018-1935
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability in IBM Connections versions 5.0, 5.5, and 6.0 allows authenticated users to access sensitive information through improper request error messages.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Affected Product: IBM Connections
- Vendor: IBM
- Affected Versions: 5.0, 5.5, 6.0
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability can be exploited by authenticated users to retrieve sensitive data from error messages.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply official fixes provided by IBM to address the vulnerability.
- Monitor and restrict access to sensitive information.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch IBM Connections to prevent security vulnerabilities.
Patching and Updates
- Stay informed about security updates and patches released by IBM for IBM Connections.