CVE-2018-1481

Name: CVE-2018-1481
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-12-12T16:29:01.077+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.20%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-1481 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. IBM BigFix Platform 9.2.0 through 9.2.14 and 9.5 through 9.5.9 stores sensitive information in URL parameters. This may lead to information disclosure if unauthorized parties have access to the URLs via server logs, referrer header or browser history. EPSS estimates a 1.20% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

IBM BigFix Platform 9.2.0 through 9.2.14 and 9.5 through 9.5.9 stores sensitive information in URL parameters. This may lead to information disclosure if unauthorized parties have access to the URLs via server logs, referrer header or browser history. IBM X-Force ID: 140763.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.20%

64.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-200

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Bigfix Platform	>= 9.2.0, <= 9.2.14
Ibm	Bigfix Platform	>= 9.5, <= 9.5.9

References

https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/140763VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
https://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=ibm10733605Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/140763VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
https://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=ibm10733605Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Dec 12, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-1481?

How severe is CVE-2018-1481?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-1481 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.20% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-1481?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST