CVE-2012-4836: XSS
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in IBM Cognos Business Intelligence (BI) 8.4.1 before IF1, 10.1 before IF2, 10.1.1 before IF2, and 10.2 before IF1 allows remote authenticated users to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via a crafted string that is not properly handled during rendering of stored data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-4836?
CVE-2012-4836 has a medium severity level as it allows remote authenticated users to inject arbitrary web scripts or HTML.
How do I fix CVE-2012-4836?
To mitigate CVE-2012-4836, upgrade to IBM Cognos Business Intelligence version 8.4.1 IF1, 10.1 IF2, 10.1.1 IF2, or 10.2 IF1.
Who is affected by CVE-2012-4836?
CVE-2012-4836 affects users of IBM Cognos Business Intelligence versions 8.4.1, 10.1, 10.1.1, and 10.2 before their respective fix packs.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2012-4836?
CVE-2012-4836 is classified as a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.
Can CVE-2012-4836 be exploited by unauthenticated users?
No, CVE-2012-4836 can only be exploited by remote authenticated users.