CVE-2008-5329 Missing authorization in n/a

High 7.5 Published Updated

Remote attackers can redirect client submissions to arbitrary databases by manipulating server identifiers in configuration files, compromising data integrity.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Not needed
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2008-5329?

CVE-2008-5329 is a high-severity missing authorization vulnerability in n/a, published on 5 Dec 2008. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

ClearQuest Web in IBM Rational ClearQuest MultiSite before 7.1 allows remote servers to direct a client's submissions and changes to an arbitrary database by specifying multiple comma-separated server identifiers on the JTLRMIREGISTRYSERVERS line in a jtl.properties file.

Which versions are affected by CVE-2008-5329?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Ibm Rational Clearquest.

How do I fix CVE-2008-5329?

No fix has been published for CVE-2008-5329 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade, and check permissions on every request on the server, not only in the interface. More about Missing authorization.

Is CVE-2008-5329 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2008-5329 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-67pw-2m8g-538g.

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