Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability in IBM iNotes Web UI
CVE-2016-9990

6.1MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

IBM
Status
Inotes
Vendor
CVE Published:
31 March 2017

What is CVE-2016-9990?

IBM iNotes versions 8.5 and 9.0 are susceptible to a cross-site scripting vulnerability that permits attackers to inject arbitrary JavaScript code into the Web User Interface. This issue can be exploited to manipulate the standard functionality of the application, potentially leading to unauthorized access and the exposure of user credentials during a trusted session. Additional information is available in the IBM support documentation.

Affected Version(s)

iNotes 9.0

iNotes 8.5.3

iNotes 8.5.2

References

http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038145
vdb-entryx_refsource_SECTRACK
http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21998824
x_refsource_CONFIRM
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97151
vdb-entryx_refsource_BID

CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.1
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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