CWE
20
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2014-6197: Input Validation

First published: Sat Jan 17 2015(Updated: )

IBM Security Network Protection 5.1.x and 5.2.x before 5.2.0.0 FP5 and 5.3.x before 5.3.0.0 FP1 allows remote attackers to conduct clickjacking attacks via unspecified vectors.

Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
IBM Security Network Protection=5.1
IBM Security Network Protection=5.1.1
IBM Security Network Protection=5.1.2
IBM Security Network Protection=5.1.2.1
IBM Security Network Protection=5.2
IBM Security Network Protection=5.3
IBM Security Network Protection XGS 3100
IBM Security Network Protection 4100 Firmware
IBM Security Network Protection 5100
IBM Security Network Protection 7100

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2014-6197?

    CVE-2014-6197 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability that allows remote attackers to perform clickjacking attacks.

  • How do I fix CVE-2014-6197?

    To mitigate CVE-2014-6197, upgrade IBM Security Network Protection to versions 5.2.0.0 FP5 or 5.3.0.0 FP1 or later.

  • What versions are affected by CVE-2014-6197?

    CVE-2014-6197 affects IBM Security Network Protection versions 5.1.x and 5.2.x before 5.2.0.0 FP5, and 5.3.x before 5.3.0.0 FP1.

  • What type of attack is associated with CVE-2014-6197?

    CVE-2014-6197 is associated with clickjacking attacks, where users can be tricked into clicking on concealed buttons.

  • Is there a workaround for CVE-2014-6197?

    There is no documented workaround for CVE-2014-6197; upgrading to a fixed version is recommended.

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