Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability in IBM WebSphere Portal and Web Content Manager
CVE-2017-1303

6.1MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

IBM
Status
Websphere Portal
Vendor
CVE Published:
31 July 2017

What is CVE-2017-1303?

IBM WebSphere Portal and Web Content Manager versions 7.0, 8.0, 8.5, and 9.0 are susceptible to a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability. This flaw enables attackers to embed malicious JavaScript code within the Web UI, potentially compromising the functionality of web applications and enabling the unauthorized disclosure of user credentials during trusted sessions. Organizations utilizing these products should ensure they implement necessary mitigation strategies to safeguard against potential exploitation.

Affected Version(s)

WebSphere Portal 7.0

WebSphere Portal 8.0

WebSphere Portal 8.5

References

https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/125457
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http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg22004979
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/100007
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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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