CVE-2019-4602 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2019-4602 affecting IBM Quality Manager versions 6.02, 6.06, and 6.0.6.1. Understand the impact, technical details, and mitigation steps for this cross-site scripting vulnerability.
IBM Quality Manager (RQM) versions 6.02, 6.06, and 6.0.6.1 are vulnerable to cross-site scripting, potentially leading to unauthorized code injection and data disclosure.
Understanding CVE-2019-4602
IBM Quality Manager (RQM) versions 6.02, 6.06, and 6.0.6.1 are susceptible to a cross-site scripting vulnerability that can compromise the integrity of the Web UI.
What is CVE-2019-4602?
Cross-site scripting in IBM Quality Manager allows attackers to insert malicious JavaScript code into the Web UI, altering the intended functionality and potentially exposing sensitive information.
The Impact of CVE-2019-4602
- Attack Complexity: Low
- Attack Vector: Network
- Base Score: 5.4 (Medium)
- Confidentiality Impact: Low
- Integrity Impact: Low
- User Interaction: Required
- Exploit Code Maturity: High
- Scope: Changed
- Remediation Level: Official Fix
Technical Details of CVE-2019-4602
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability in IBM Quality Manager enables the injection of unauthorized JavaScript code, posing a risk of confidential data exposure.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Rational Quality Manager 6.0.2
- Rational Quality Manager 6.0.6
- Rational Quality Manager 6.0.6.1
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability requires user interaction to exploit, with a low level of privileges needed for successful attacks.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply official fixes provided by IBM
- Educate users on safe browsing practices
- Monitor and restrict user input to prevent code injection
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regular security assessments and audits
- Keep software up to date with the latest patches
Patching and Updates
IBM has released patches to address the cross-site scripting vulnerability in affected versions of Rational Quality Manager.