Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability in IBM WebSphere Portal
CVE-2018-1401

6.1MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

IBM
Status
Websphere Portal
Vendor
CVE Published:
9 February 2018

What is CVE-2018-1401?

IBM WebSphere Portal versions 8.0, 8.5, and 9.0 are susceptible to cross-site scripting vulnerabilities that permit the injection of arbitrary JavaScript code into the Web UI. This flaw could allow attackers to manipulate the portal's functionality and potentially gain unauthorized access to user credentials during a trusted session. The risk highlights the importance of proper input validation and sanitization measures to maintain secure operational environments.

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Affected Version(s)

WebSphere Portal 8.0

WebSphere Portal 8.5

WebSphere Portal 9.0

References

https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/138437
x_refsource_MISC
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040331
vdb-entryx_refsource_SECTRACK
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102973
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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