CVE-2015-7457: XSS
Published Feb 29, 2016
·Updated
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in IBM WebSphere Portal 8.0.x before 8.0.0.1 CF20 and 8.5.x before 8.5.0.0 CF09 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via a crafted URL.
Affected Software
3 affected components
IBM WebSphere Portal=8.0.0.0
IBM WebSphere Portal=8.0.0.1
IBM WebSphere Portal=8.5.0.0
Event History
Feb 29, 2016
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-2015-7457?
CVE-2015-7457 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for exploitation through cross-site scripting.
2
How do I fix CVE-2015-7457?
To fix CVE-2015-7457, update your IBM WebSphere Portal to version 8.0.0.1 CF20 or 8.5.0.0 CF09 as recommended by IBM.
3
What versions are affected by CVE-2015-7457?
CVE-2015-7457 affects IBM WebSphere Portal versions 8.0.0.0, 8.0.0.1, and 8.5.0.0.
4
What kind of attacks can CVE-2015-7457 enable?
CVE-2015-7457 can enable remote attackers to inject arbitrary web scripts or HTML into a user's session.
5
Is user input a risk factor for CVE-2015-7457?
Yes, user input is a risk factor for CVE-2015-7457 as crafted URLs can exploit this vulnerability.