CVE-2016-0289 in Maximo Asset Management
Summary
by MITRE
shiprec.xml in the SHIPREC application in IBM Maximo Asset Management 7.1 and 7.5 before 7.5.0.10 and 7.6 before 7.6.0.4 allows remote authenticated users to bypass intended item-selection restrictions via unspecified vectors.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 02/03/2019
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2016-0289 affects IBM Maximo Asset Management versions 7.1 and 7.5 before 7.5.0.10 and 7.6 before 7.6.0.4, specifically within the SHIPREC application component. This security flaw manifests in the shiprec.xml file which governs item selection processes during shipping record operations. The vulnerability represents a critical access control weakness that allows authenticated remote attackers to circumvent intended restrictions on item selection, potentially enabling unauthorized data manipulation and access to restricted resources.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability resides in the SHIPREC application's shiprec.xml configuration file, which controls how shipping records process and validate item selections. Attackers exploiting this flaw can manipulate the item selection parameters to access restricted inventory items or shipping records that should only be available to authorized users with specific permissions. This bypass mechanism operates through unspecified vectors that likely involve parameter manipulation or session handling weaknesses within the XML processing framework. The vulnerability falls under CWE-284 Access Control Issues, specifically related to insufficient access control mechanisms and improper privilege management within enterprise asset management systems. From an attack perspective, this weakness aligns with ATT&CK technique T1078 Valid Accounts, as it leverages authenticated user credentials to escalate privileges and access restricted functionality.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple unauthorized access, potentially enabling attackers to manipulate shipping records, access sensitive inventory data, and compromise the integrity of asset management processes within IBM Maximo. Organizations utilizing these vulnerable versions face risks including data leakage, unauthorized asset transfers, and potential disruption of critical maintenance operations. The vulnerability's remote exploitation capability means attackers can leverage this weakness from external networks without requiring physical access to the system infrastructure. This represents a significant concern for enterprises that rely on Maximo for critical asset management operations, as the compromise of shipping records could directly impact inventory tracking, maintenance scheduling, and financial reporting processes.
Organizations should immediately apply the vendor-provided patches and updates for IBM Maximo Asset Management versions 7.5.0.10 and 7.6.0.4 to remediate this vulnerability. Additionally, security teams should implement network segmentation controls to limit access to Maximo applications and consider enhanced monitoring of shipping record access patterns. The mitigation strategy should include regular security assessments of XML configuration files and access control policies within enterprise asset management systems. Organizations should also conduct thorough vulnerability scans to identify any potential exploitation attempts and establish incident response procedures specifically addressing access control bypass scenarios. The remediation process must include comprehensive testing to ensure that patch implementations do not disrupt existing business processes while maintaining the integrity of the asset management workflows.