Security readout for executives and security teams
IBM Rational Policy Tester 8.5 versions before 8.5.0.5 had an authorization flaw. An authenticated remote user could improperly change authentication-host settings and enable spoofing through an HTTP redirect. The public record does not provide CVSS, CWE, or detailed attack vectors. Exposure appears limited to organizations running IBM Rational Policy Tester 8.5 earlier than 8.5.0.5, especially where remote authenticated users can access administration or configuration functions. No broader affected product list is provided. Treat this as a targeted legacy-product risk. Prioritize if Rational Policy Tester remains in use or exposed to many authenticated users; otherwise handle through normal legacy application remediation. Mitigation focus: Identify IBM Rational Policy Tester 8.5 deployments and current patch levels.; Upgrade affected installations to 8.5.0.5 or follow IBM’s advisory guidance.; Restrict access to authentication-host configuration to trusted administrators..
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- policytester-cve20134061-allowed-hosts(86585)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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