IBM.Rational.ClearQuest.CQOle.ActiveX.Remote.Code.Execution

description-logoDescription

This indicates an attack attempt to exploit a Remote Code Execution vulnerability in IBM Rational ClearQuest.
The vulnerability, which is located in the "cqole.dll" ActiveX control, can be exploited through misuse of the vulnerable method "RegisterSchemaRepoFromFileByDbSet". An attacker can trick an unsuspecting user into visiting a malicious webpage and execute arbitrary code within the context of the application.

affected-products-logoAffected Products

IBM Rational ClearQuest 7.1.1 series prior to 7.1.1.9
IBM Rational ClearQuest 7.1.2 series prior to 7.1.2.6
IBM Rational ClearQuest 8.0 series prior to 8.0.0.2

Impact logoImpact

System Compromise: Remote attackers can gain control of vulnerable systems.

recomended-action-logoRecommended Actions

Apply the most recent upgrade or patch from the vendor.
http://www-304.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21591705

Telemetry logoTelemetry

Coverage

IPS (Regular DB)
IPS (Extended DB)