CVE-2016-5883: XSS
First published: Thu Feb 23 2017(Updated: )
IBM iNotes 8.5 and 9.0 is vulnerable to cross-site scripting. This vulnerability allows users to embed arbitrary JavaScript code in the Web UI thus altering the intended functionality potentially leading to credentials disclosure within a trusted session. IBM Reference #: 1997010.
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM Lotus iNotes | =8.5.1.0 | |
| IBM Lotus iNotes | =8.5.1.1 | |
| IBM Lotus iNotes | =8.5.1.2 | |
| IBM Lotus iNotes | =8.5.1.3 | |
| IBM Lotus iNotes | =8.5.1.4 | |
| IBM Lotus iNotes | =8.5.1.5 | |
| IBM Lotus iNotes | =8.5.2.0 | |
| IBM Lotus iNotes | =8.5.2.1 | |
| IBM Lotus iNotes | =8.5.2.2 | |
| IBM Lotus iNotes | =8.5.2.3 | |
| IBM Lotus iNotes | =8.5.3.0 | |
| IBM Lotus iNotes | =8.5.3.1 | |
| IBM Lotus iNotes | =8.5.3.2 | |
| IBM Lotus iNotes | =8.5.3.3 | |
| IBM Lotus iNotes | =8.5.3.4 | |
| IBM Lotus iNotes | =8.5.3.5 | |
| IBM Lotus iNotes | =8.5.3.6 | |
| IBM Lotus iNotes | =9.0.0.0 | |
| IBM Lotus iNotes | =9.0.1.0 | |
| IBM Lotus iNotes | =9.0.1.1 | |
| IBM Lotus iNotes | =9.0.1.2 | |
| IBM Lotus iNotes | =9.0.1.3 | |
| IBM Lotus iNotes | =9.0.1.4 | |
| IBM Lotus iNotes | =9.0.1.5 | |
| IBM Lotus iNotes | =9.0.1.6 | |
| =8.5.1.0 | ||
| =8.5.1.1 | ||
| =8.5.1.2 | ||
| =8.5.1.3 | ||
| =8.5.1.4 | ||
| =8.5.1.5 | ||
| =8.5.2.0 | ||
| =8.5.2.1 | ||
| =8.5.2.2 | ||
| =8.5.2.3 | ||
| =8.5.3.0 | ||
| =8.5.3.1 | ||
| =8.5.3.2 | ||
| =8.5.3.3 | ||
| =8.5.3.4 | ||
| =8.5.3.5 | ||
| =8.5.3.6 | ||
| =9.0.0.0 | ||
| =9.0.1.0 | ||
| =9.0.1.1 | ||
| =9.0.1.2 | ||
| =9.0.1.3 | ||
| =9.0.1.4 | ||
| =9.0.1.5 | ||
| =9.0.1.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-5883?
CVE-2016-5883 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to the risk of cross-site scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2016-5883?
To fix CVE-2016-5883, update IBM iNotes to the latest version where the vulnerability has been patched.
What systems are affected by CVE-2016-5883?
CVE-2016-5883 affects various versions of IBM iNotes, including versions 8.5.1.0 to 8.5.3.6 and 9.0.0.0 to 9.0.1.6.
What type of attack does CVE-2016-5883 enable?
CVE-2016-5883 enables cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks which can lead to unauthorized script execution within a user's session.
Can I be targeted by CVE-2016-5883 if I use an updated version of IBM iNotes?
If you are using an updated version of IBM iNotes that addresses CVE-2016-5883, you should be protected from this vulnerability.
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