Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability in IBM WebSphere Portal
CVE-2017-1761

6.1MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor
IBM
Status
Websphere Portal
Vendor
CVE Published:
9 February 2018

Summary

The WebSphere Portal from IBM versions 7.0, 8.0, 8.5, and 9.0 contains a Cross-Site Scripting vulnerability that permits an attacker to inject malicious JavaScript into the Web UI. This flaw can lead to unauthorized execution of scripts, potentially resulting in the leakage of sensitive user credentials during active sessions. Such attacks exploit trust relationships by compromising a trusted context, making it crucial for organizations using these versions of WebSphere Portal to implement security measures to mitigate risks. For more information, visit IBM's support pages.

Affected Version(s)

WebSphere Portal 7.0

WebSphere Portal 8.0

WebSphere Portal 8.5

References

https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/136005
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http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg22012416
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http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040333
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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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