What is the severity of CVE-2018-1626?

CVE-2018-1626 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for session fixation and hijacking.

How do I fix CVE-2018-1626?

To fix CVE-2018-1626, upgrade to IBM Security Privileged Identity Manager version 2.2.1 or later where this issue is addressed.

What impact does CVE-2018-1626 have on users?

CVE-2018-1626 can lead to unauthorized access if an attacker exploits session fixation, potentially allowing them to hijack user sessions.

Which versions of IBM Security Privileged Identity Manager are affected by CVE-2018-1626?

CVE-2018-1626 affects IBM Security Privileged Identity Manager versions 2.1.1 and earlier.

Is CVE-2018-1626 a common risk in web applications?

Yes, session fixation and hijacking vulnerabilities like CVE-2018-1626 are common risks in web applications, emphasizing the importance of secure session management.

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CVE-2018-1626

medium

4.3

CWE

384

2/4/2019

16/9/2024

CVE-2018-1626

First published: Tue Apr 02 2019(Updated: )

IBM Security Privileged Identity Manager Virtual Appliance 2.2.1 does not renew a session variable after a successful authentication which could lead to session fixation/hijacking vulnerability. This could force a user to utilize a cookie that may be known to an attacker. IBM X-Force ID: 144411.

Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
IBM Security Privileged Identity Manager Virtual Appliance	=2.1.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-1626?
CVE-2018-1626 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for session fixation and hijacking.
How do I fix CVE-2018-1626?
To fix CVE-2018-1626, upgrade to IBM Security Privileged Identity Manager version 2.2.1 or later where this issue is addressed.
What impact does CVE-2018-1626 have on users?
CVE-2018-1626 can lead to unauthorized access if an attacker exploits session fixation, potentially allowing them to hijack user sessions.
Which versions of IBM Security Privileged Identity Manager are affected by CVE-2018-1626?
CVE-2018-1626 affects IBM Security Privileged Identity Manager versions 2.1.1 and earlier.
Is CVE-2018-1626 a common risk in web applications?
Yes, session fixation and hijacking vulnerabilities like CVE-2018-1626 are common risks in web applications, emphasizing the importance of secure session management.

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