IBM Rational ClearQuest username information disclosure
| clearquest-username-information-disclosure (41042) |  Low Risk |
Description:
IBM Rational ClearQuest could allow a remote attacker to obtain sensitive information. ClearQuest returns different error messages depending on whether a valid username has been entered during a login attempt. A remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability to enumerate valid usernames and gain unauthorized access to the system.
Platforms Affected:
- IBM, Rational ClearQuest 7.0.0.0
Remedy:
Refer to IBM APAR PK55561 for patch, upgrade or suggested workaround information. See References.
Consequences:
Obtain Information
References:
- IBM APAR PK55561, Security vulnerability from unsuccessful login attempts (3.2.1) at http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg1PK55561.
- IBM Rational ClearQuest Web site, IBM Software - Rational ClearQuest - Product Overview at http://www-306.ibm.com/software/awdtools/clearquest/index.html.
- BID-28132: IBM Rational ClearQuest Information Disclosure Weakness
- CVE-2008-1287: IBM Rational ClearQuest 7.0.1.1 and 7.0.0.2 generates different error messages depending on whether the username is valid or invalid, which allows remote attackers to enumerate usernames.
- FrSIRT/ADV-2008-0804: IBM Rational ClearQuest Multiple Information Disclosure Vulnerabilities
- SA29280: IBM Rational ClearQuest Web User Enumeration Weakness
- SECTRACK ID: 1019566: Rational ClearQuest Web Login Page Discloses Username Validity to Remote Users
Reported:
Mar 04, 2008
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