Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability in IBM Sterling File Gateway
CVE-2021-20484

5.4MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

IBM
Status
Sterling File Gateway
Vendor
CVE Published:
23 September 2021

What is CVE-2021-20484?

IBM Sterling File Gateway versions 2.2.0.0 to 6.1.0.3 are affected by a cross-site scripting vulnerability that enables an attacker to inject arbitrary JavaScript code into the Web UI. This flaw can be exploited to manipulate the application's behavior, potentially allowing for the disclosure of user credentials in a trusted session. The vulnerability underscores the importance of input validation and user input sanitization to prevent unauthorized script execution.

Affected Version(s)

Sterling File Gateway 2.2.0.0

Sterling File Gateway 6.1.0.3

References

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6491647
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https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/197666
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.4
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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