CVE-2010-4602: Medium severity IBM Rational ClearQuest vulnerability

Published Dec 29, 2010
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Updated

The Web client in IBM Rational ClearQuest 7.1.1.x before 7.1.1.4 and 7.1.2.x before 7.1.2.1 allows remote authenticated users to bypass "restricted user" limitations, and read arbitrary records, via a modified record number in the URL for a RECORD action, as demonstrated by a modified bookmark.

Affected Software

4 affected components
IBM Rational ClearQuest=7.1.1.1
IBM Rational ClearQuest=7.1.1.2
IBM Rational ClearQuest=7.1.1.3
IBM Rational ClearQuest=7.1.2

Event History

Dec 29, 2010
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:27 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:27 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2010-4602?

CVE-2010-4602 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for unauthorized access to sensitive information.

2

How do I fix CVE-2010-4602?

To fix CVE-2010-4602, upgrade IBM Rational ClearQuest to version 7.1.1.4 or later for 7.1.1.x, and to 7.1.2.1 or later for 7.1.2.x.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2010-4602?

CVE-2010-4602 affects users of IBM Rational ClearQuest versions 7.1.1.1 through 7.1.1.3 and 7.1.2.0.

4

What can attackers do with CVE-2010-4602?

Attackers can exploit CVE-2010-4602 to bypass restricted user limitations and read unauthorized records.

5

When was CVE-2010-4602 disclosed?

CVE-2010-4602 was disclosed in 2010, highlighting vulnerabilities in specific versions of IBM Rational ClearQuest.

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