CVE-2018-1638
MEDIUMCVSS 5.9/10EPSS 1.81%
Last modified
CVE-2018-1638 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.9/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM API Connect 5.0.0.0-5.0.8.3 Developer Portal does not enforce Two Factor Authentication (TFA) while resetting a user password but enforces it for all other login scenarios. IBM X-Force ID: 144483.. EPSS estimates a 1.81% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM API Connect 5.0.0.0-5.0.8.3 Developer Portal does not enforce Two Factor Authentication (TFA) while resetting a user password but enforces it for all other login scenarios. IBM X-Force ID: 144483.
Metrics
CVSS:3.0/A:N/AC:H/AV:N/C:N/I:H/PR:N/S:U/UI:N/E:U/RC:C/RL:O
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Api Connect | >= 5.0.0.0, <= 5.0.8.3 |
References
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/144483VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=ibm10718415Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/144483VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=ibm10718415Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-1638?
IBM API Connect 5.0.0.0-5.0.8.3 Developer Portal does not enforce Two Factor Authentication (TFA) while resetting a user password but enforces it for all other login scenarios. IBM X-Force ID: 144483.
How severe is CVE-2018-1638?
CVE-2018-1638 has a CVSS score of 5.9/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.81% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-1638?
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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