CVE-2014-6214: XSS
First published: Fri Mar 13 2015(Updated: )
Cross-site request forgery (CSRF) vulnerability in IBM WebSphere Portal 8.0.0 through 8.0.0.1 CF15 and 8.5.0 before CF05 allows remote attackers to hijack the authentication of arbitrary users for requests that insert XSS sequences.
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM WebSphere Portal | =8.0.0.0 | |
| IBM WebSphere Portal | =8.0.0.1 | |
| IBM WebSphere Portal | =8.5.0.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-6214?
CVE-2014-6214 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow attackers to hijack user sessions.
How do I fix CVE-2014-6214?
To mitigate CVE-2014-6214, upgrade IBM WebSphere Portal to a version that addresses the CSRF vulnerability.
What types of systems are affected by CVE-2014-6214?
CVE-2014-6214 affects IBM WebSphere Portal versions 8.0.0 through 8.0.0.1 CF15 and version 8.5.0 before CF05.
What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2014-6214?
CVE-2014-6214 is a Cross-site request forgery (CSRF) vulnerability that allows attackers to exploit user authentication.
Are there any known exploits for CVE-2014-6214?
While specific exploits may not be publicly disclosed, the vulnerability can be exploited to perform unauthorized actions on behalf of the user.
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