CVE-2014-3031 in Tivoli Business Service Manager
Summary
by MITRE
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in IBM Tivoli Business Service Manager 4.2.0 before 4.2.0.0 IF12 and 4.2.1 before 4.2.1.3 IF9 allows remote authenticated users to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via a crafted URL.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 03/06/2018
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2014-3031 represents a critical cross-site scripting flaw within IBM Tivoli Business Service Manager version 4.2.0 prior to 4.2.0.0 IF12 and 4.2.1 prior to 4.2.1.3 IF9. This security weakness enables remote authenticated attackers to execute malicious web scripts or HTML code through specially crafted URLs, potentially compromising the integrity of web applications and user sessions. The vulnerability resides in the application's handling of user-supplied input within URL parameters, creating an avenue for attackers to inject malicious payloads that execute in the context of other users' browsers.
The technical nature of this vulnerability aligns with CWE-79, which specifically addresses cross-site scripting flaws in web applications. This weakness occurs when an application fails to properly validate or sanitize user input before incorporating it into dynamic web content. In the context of IBM Tivoli Business Service Manager, the flaw manifests when the system processes URL parameters without adequate sanitization measures, allowing attackers to embed malicious scripts that persist and execute within the victim's browser environment. The authenticated nature of the attack means that adversaries must first establish valid credentials to exploit this vulnerability, though once compromised, the impact can be significant.
The operational impact of CVE-2014-3031 extends beyond simple script injection, as it provides attackers with the capability to manipulate user sessions, steal sensitive information, and potentially escalate privileges within the application. When authenticated users navigate to maliciously crafted URLs, the injected scripts can access session cookies, modify application data, or redirect users to malicious sites. This vulnerability particularly affects enterprise environments where Tivoli Business Service Manager is deployed, as it can compromise the security of business-critical services and potentially lead to unauthorized access to business intelligence and service management data. The attack vector through URL manipulation makes this vulnerability particularly insidious as it can be delivered through seemingly legitimate navigation paths.
Organizations should implement immediate mitigation strategies including applying the relevant IBM security patches and fixes for versions 4.2.0.0 IF12 and 4.2.1.3 IF9. Additionally, network administrators should consider implementing web application firewalls to monitor and filter malicious URL patterns, while security teams should conduct thorough vulnerability assessments to identify potential exploitation attempts. The remediation process should also include user education regarding the risks of clicking suspicious links and the importance of maintaining updated software versions. From an ATT&CK framework perspective, this vulnerability maps to technique T1566.001 for credential access through malicious web content, and T1059.007 for script injection attacks, making it a significant concern for enterprise security operations and incident response protocols.