CVE-2016-5901: XSS

Published Oct 5, 2016
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Updated

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in a test page in IBM Business Process Manager Advanced 8.5.6.0 through 8.5.7.0 before cumulative fix 2016.09 allows remote authenticated users to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via unspecified vectors.

Affected Software

4 affected components
IBM Business Process Manager=8.5.6.0
IBM Business Process Manager=8.5.6.1
IBM Business Process Manager=8.5.6.2
IBM Business Process Manager=8.5.7.0

Event History

Oct 5, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-5901?

CVE-2016-5901 is categorized as a medium-severity cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-5901?

To fix CVE-2016-5901, you should apply the cumulative fix 2016.09 or later for IBM Business Process Manager.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2016-5901?

CVE-2016-5901 affects users of IBM Business Process Manager Advanced versions 8.5.6.0 to 8.5.7.0.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-5901?

CVE-2016-5901 is a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability allowing injection of arbitrary web scripts or HTML.

5

Can unauthorized users exploit CVE-2016-5901?

No, CVE-2016-5901 requires authenticated users to exploit the vulnerability.

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