CVE-2011-1394:Denial of service vulnerability in IBM Maximo Asset Management and related products allows remote attackers to cause memory consumption by establishing multiple UI sessions within one HTTP session.

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The vulnerability identified as CVE-2011-1394 affects IBM Maximo Asset Management and related products such as Asset Management Essentials, Tivoli Asset Management for IT, Tivoli Service Request Manager, Maximo Service Desk, and Tivoli Change and Configuration Management Database (CCMDB). Remote attackers can exploit this vulnerability to trigger a denial of service condition by creating numerous user interface (UI) sessions within a single HTTP session. This can lead to excessive memory consumption, potentially impacting the availability and performance of the affected systems.

Overview

This vulnerability allows attackers to exhaust system resources by establishing a large number of UI sessions within a single HTTP session, leading to a denial of service condition. The affected products include IBM Maximo Asset Management, Asset Management Essentials, Tivoli Asset Management for IT, Tivoli Service Request Manager, Maximo Service Desk, and Tivoli Change and Configuration Management Database (CCMDB) in various versions.

Remediation

To mitigate this vulnerability, it is recommended to apply the necessary patches and updates provided by IBM for the affected products. Additionally, organizations should monitor and limit the number of UI sessions that can be established within a single HTTP session to prevent excessive memory consumption. Implementing proper access controls and network security measures can also help in reducing the risk of exploitation.

References

  1. IBM Security Bulletin: IBM Security Bulletin
  2. Secunia Advisory: Secunia Advisory 48299
  3. IBM X-Force Exchange: IBM X-Force Exchange - maximo-uisession-dos(71985)
  4. Secunia Advisory: Secunia Advisory 48305
  5. IBM AIXAPAR Advisory: IBM AIXAPAR Advisory IV09157
  6. SecurityFocus BID: SecurityFocus BID 52333

Industry ExposureMost to least
This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.

  1. Accommodation & Food Services
    Accommodation & Food Services
  2. Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
    Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
  3. Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
    Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
  4. Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
    Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
  5. Construction
    Construction
  6. Educational Services
    Educational Services
  7. Finance and Insurance
    Finance and Insurance
  8. Health Care & Social Assistance
    Health Care & Social Assistance
  9. Information
    Information
  10. Management of Companies & Enterprises
    Management of Companies & Enterprises
  11. Manufacturing
    Manufacturing
  12. Mining
    Mining
  13. Other Services (except Public Administration)
    Other Services (except Public Administration)
  14. Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
    Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
  15. Public Administration
    Public Administration
  16. Real Estate Rental & Leasing
    Real Estate Rental & Leasing
  17. Retail Trade
    Retail Trade
  18. Transportation & Warehousing
    Transportation & Warehousing
  19. Utilities
    Utilities
  20. Wholesale Trade
    Wholesale Trade

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