CVE-2018-1939: IBM Cloud Private 3.1.1 could allow a remote attacker to conduct phishing attacks, using an open redirect a...

Security readout for executives and security teams

IBM Cloud Private 3.1.1 contains an open redirect issue that could help an attacker make a malicious destination appear connected to a trusted IBM Cloud Private URL. The main business risk is phishing, credential theft, or follow-on attacks against users who click a crafted link. Exposure appears limited to organizations running IBM Cloud Private 3.1.1, especially where users can access affected web interfaces and trust platform URLs. The bundle does not identify other affected versions, CPEs, or deployment conditions. Treat this as a targeted phishing and trust-abuse risk, not a direct infrastructure takeover based on the provided evidence. Prioritize remediation if IBM Cloud Private 3.1.1 is still in use or exposed to users handling sensitive credentials. Mitigation focus: Review IBM advisory ibm10871652 for the official fix or upgrade path.; Confirm IBM Cloud Private 3.1.1 is retired, upgraded, or otherwise remediated.; Warn users about trusted-domain links that unexpectedly redirect to external sites..

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May 24, 2026, 12:07 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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