CVE-2012-4819: XSS

Published Jan 31, 2013
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Updated

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in InfoSphere Business Glossary 8.1.1 and 8.1.2, InfoSphere DataStage Operation Console, InfoSphere Administration, and Reporting and Repository Management Web Console in IBM InfoSphere Information Server 8.1, 8.5 before FP3, and 8.7 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via unspecified vectors.

Affected Software

7 affected components
IBM InfoSphere Business Glossary=8.1.1
IBM InfoSphere Business Glossary=8.1.2
IBM InfoSphere Information Server=8.1
IBM InfoSphere Information Server=8.5
IBM InfoSphere Information Server=8.5.0.1
IBM InfoSphere Information Server=8.5.0.2
IBM InfoSphere Information Server=8.7

Event History

Jan 31, 2013
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2012-4819?

CVE-2012-4819 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for exploitation through cross-site scripting.

2

How do I fix CVE-2012-4819?

To fix CVE-2012-4819, upgrade to the fixed versions of IBM InfoSphere Business Glossary and IBM InfoSphere Information Server as specified by IBM.

3

What software versions are affected by CVE-2012-4819?

CVE-2012-4819 affects IBM InfoSphere Business Glossary versions 8.1.1 and 8.1.2, as well as IBM InfoSphere Information Server versions 8.1, 8.5, and 8.7 before Fix Pack 3.

4

Can CVE-2012-4819 lead to data breaches?

Yes, if exploited, CVE-2012-4819 can allow remote attackers to execute scripts in a user's browser session, potentially leading to data breaches.

5

How is CVE-2012-4819 exploited?

CVE-2012-4819 can be exploited through specially crafted URLs that deliver malicious scripts to the application, performing cross-site scripting attacks.

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