Session Cookie Vulnerability in IBM Security Identity Governance and Intelligence
CVE-2018-1948

4.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor
IBM
Status
Security Identity Governance And Intelligence
Vendor
CVE Published:
21 February 2019

Summary

A vulnerability exists in IBM Security Identity Governance and Intelligence 5.2 through 5.2.4.1 where the secure attribute is not properly set on authorization tokens or session cookies. This flaw may allow attackers to exploit the system by tricking users into clicking on malicious links that lead to insecure HTTP sites. When a user accesses such a link, the session cookie can be exposed through traffic interception, enabling attackers to hijack active sessions. IBM X-Force ID: 153428 highlights the need for the implementation of secure cookie practices to mitigate this risk.

Affected Version(s)

Security Identity Governance and Intelligence 5.2

Security Identity Governance and Intelligence 5.2.1

Security Identity Governance and Intelligence 5.2.2

References

https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/153428
vdb-entryx_refsource_XF
https://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=ibm10872142
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
4.3
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
None
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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