Session Fixation Vulnerability in IBM Security Privileged Identity Manager Virtual Appliance
CVE-2018-1626

3.1LOW

Key Information:

Vendor

IBM
Status
Security Privileged Identity Manager
Vendor
CVE Published:
2 April 2019

What is CVE-2018-1626?

The IBM Security Privileged Identity Manager Virtual Appliance version 2.2.1 has a vulnerability that fails to renew session variables after successful user authentication. This oversight can lead to session fixation or hijacking, allowing attackers to exploit authenticated sessions. As a consequence, an unsuspecting user might be forced to use a cookie that has been compromised. It is crucial for organizations utilizing this appliance to implement necessary security measures to protect against session-related threats.

Affected Version(s)

Security Privileged Identity Manager 2.1.1

References

http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=ibm10879093
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https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/144411
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
3.1
Severity:
LOW
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
None
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
High
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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