CVE-2018-1599

Name: CVE-2018-1599
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-08-22T11:29:00.23+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.85%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-1599 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. IBM API Connect 5.0.0.0 through 5.0.8.3 could allow a remote attacker to hijack the clicking action of the victim. By persuading a victim to visit a malicious Web site, a remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability to hijack the victim's click actions and possibly launch further attacks against the victim. EPSS estimates a 0.85% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

IBM API Connect 5.0.0.0 through 5.0.8.3 could allow a remote attacker to hijack the clicking action of the victim. By persuading a victim to visit a malicious Web site, a remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability to hijack the victim's click actions and possibly launch further attacks against the victim. IBM X-Force ID: 143744.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.85%

53.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-20

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Api Connect	>= 5.0.0.0, <= 5.0.8.3
Ibm	Api Connect	>= 2018.1, <= 2018.3.4

References

http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg22016672Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/143744VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg22016672Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/143744VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Aug 22, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-1599?

How severe is CVE-2018-1599?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-1599 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.85% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-1599?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2018-1599?

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Source: NVD / NIST