CWE
79
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2012-5943: XSS

First published: Tue Mar 26 2013(Updated: )

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in IBM iNotes 8.5.x before 8.5.3 FP4 allows user-assisted remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via vectors involving mail, aka SPR JDOE8ZZS9.

Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
IBM iNotes=8.5.0.0
IBM iNotes=8.5.0.1
IBM iNotes=8.5.1.0
IBM iNotes=8.5.1.1
IBM iNotes=8.5.1.2
IBM iNotes=8.5.1.3
IBM iNotes=8.5.1.4
IBM iNotes=8.5.1.5
IBM iNotes=8.5.2.0
IBM iNotes=8.5.2.1
IBM iNotes=8.5.2.2
IBM iNotes=8.5.2.3
IBM iNotes=8.5.3.0
IBM iNotes=8.5.3.1
IBM iNotes=8.5.3.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2012-5943?

    CVE-2012-5943 is classified as a moderate severity cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.

  • How do I fix CVE-2012-5943?

    To fix CVE-2012-5943, upgrade to IBM iNotes version 8.5.3 FP4 or later.

  • What is the impact of CVE-2012-5943?

    The impact of CVE-2012-5943 allows user-assisted remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML.

  • Which versions of IBM iNotes are affected by CVE-2012-5943?

    IBM iNotes versions prior to 8.5.3 FP4, including multiple 8.5.x versions, are affected by CVE-2012-5943.

  • Is user interaction required for CVE-2012-5943?

    Yes, CVE-2012-5943 requires user interaction for an attacker to exploit the vulnerability.

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