CVE-2008-5329: High severity ibm rational clearquest vulnerability

Published Dec 5, 2008
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Updated

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.

Affected Software

7 affected components
IBM Rational ClearQuest=7.0.1.1
IBM Rational ClearQuest=7.0.0.1
IBM Rational ClearQuest=7.0.0.2
IBM Rational ClearQuest=7.0.0.0
IBM Rational ClearQuest=7.0.1
IBM Rational ClearQuest<=7.0.0.3
IBM Rational ClearQuest=7.0.1.2

Event History

Dec 5, 2008
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2008-5329?

CVE-2008-5329 is considered to have a medium severity because it allows remote servers to manipulate client submissions and database changes.

2

How do I fix CVE-2008-5329?

To fix CVE-2008-5329, limit the JTLRMIREGISTRYSERVERS entries in the jtl.properties file to trusted server identifiers.

3

What versions of IBM Rational ClearQuest are affected by CVE-2008-5329?

CVE-2008-5329 affects IBM Rational ClearQuest versions 7.0.0.0 to 7.1 inclusive.

4

Can CVE-2008-5329 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2008-5329 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to redirect client submissions to arbitrary databases.

5

Is there a patch available for CVE-2008-5329?

IBM provides updates to address CVE-2008-5329, and users should ensure they are running the latest version of ClearQuest.

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