CVE-2018-1967 in Security Identity Manager
Summary
by MITRE
IBM Security Identity Manager 6.0.0 is vulnerable to cross-site scripting. This vulnerability allows users to embed arbitrary JavaScript code in the Web UI thus altering the intended functionality potentially leading to credentials disclosure within a trusted session. IBM X-Force ID: 153748.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 06/27/2023
IBM Security Identity Manager version 6.0.0 contains a cross-site scripting vulnerability that represents a critical security flaw in the web-based user interface. This vulnerability falls under CWE-79 which specifically addresses cross-site scripting attacks where malicious scripts can be injected into web applications. The flaw exists in the web user interface components that fail to properly sanitize user input before rendering it back to the browser, creating an avenue for attackers to execute malicious JavaScript code within the context of a trusted session.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability allows an attacker to inject malicious scripts through input fields or parameters that are not adequately validated or escaped. When a user interacts with the vulnerable interface, the malicious code executes in the victim's browser session, potentially capturing sensitive information such as authentication credentials, session tokens, or other confidential data. The attack vector specifically targets the web UI components where user-supplied data is directly rendered without proper sanitization, enabling the execution of arbitrary JavaScript code within the security context of the legitimate application.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple script execution as it can lead to complete session hijacking and credential theft within trusted environments. Attackers can leverage this vulnerability to impersonate legitimate users, access restricted functionality, and potentially escalate privileges within the identity management system. The risk is particularly elevated because IBM Security Identity Manager handles sensitive authentication and authorization functions, making successful exploitation potentially devastating for enterprise security postures. This vulnerability aligns with ATT&CK technique T1059.007 which covers scripting through web shells and malicious code injection.
Organizations utilizing IBM Security Identity Manager 6.0.0 should immediately implement mitigations including input validation and output encoding for all user-supplied data, deployment of web application firewalls to detect and block malicious payloads, and comprehensive user input sanitization. The recommended remediation involves applying the official IBM security patches and updates that address this specific cross-site scripting vulnerability. Additionally, implementing strict content security policies and regular security assessments of the web interface components will help prevent similar vulnerabilities from emerging in the future. Security teams should also conduct thorough penetration testing to identify any additional injection points that may present similar risks to the application's overall security posture.