SB2022122807 - Improper access control in IBM Rational Test Automation Server
Published: December 28, 2022
Security Bulletin ID
SB2022122807
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Remote access
Highest impact
Data manipulation
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.
1) Improper access control (CVE-ID: CVE-2021-4133)
The vulnerability allows a remote user to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.
The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions within the administrative REST API. A remote user can bypass implemented security restrictions and create new default user accounts, even when new user registration is disabled.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.