What is the severity of CVE-2016-5940?

The severity of CVE-2016-5940 is classified as medium due to its potential for compromising user credentials through cross-site scripting.

How do I fix CVE-2016-5940?

To fix CVE-2016-5940, it is recommended to update IBM Kenexa LMS to a patched version that addresses the cross-site scripting vulnerability.

Which versions of IBM Kenexa LMS are affected by CVE-2016-5940?

CVE-2016-5940 affects IBM Kenexa LMS versions 4.1, 4.2, 4.2.2, 4.2.3, 4.2.4, 5.0, 5.1, and 5.2.

What types of attacks can result from CVE-2016-5940?

CVE-2016-5940 can lead to cross-site scripting attacks that may allow an attacker to inject arbitrary JavaScript code into the web interface.

Can CVE-2016-5940 expose sensitive information?

Yes, CVE-2016-5940 can lead to credentials disclosure within a trusted session by exploiting the cross-site scripting vulnerability.

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CVE-2016-5940

medium

5.4

CWE

1/2/2017

6/8/2024

CVE-2016-5940: XSS

First published: Wed Feb 01 2017(Updated: )

IBM Kenexa LMS on Cloud 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.

Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
IBM Kenexa LMS	=4.1
IBM Kenexa LMS	=4.2
IBM Kenexa LMS	=4.2.2
IBM Kenexa LMS	=4.2.3
IBM Kenexa LMS	=4.2.4
IBM Kenexa LMS	=5.0
IBM Kenexa LMS	=5.1
IBM Kenexa LMS	=5.2

Remedy

http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21992072

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-5940?
The severity of CVE-2016-5940 is classified as medium due to its potential for compromising user credentials through cross-site scripting.
How do I fix CVE-2016-5940?
To fix CVE-2016-5940, it is recommended to update IBM Kenexa LMS to a patched version that addresses the cross-site scripting vulnerability.
Which versions of IBM Kenexa LMS are affected by CVE-2016-5940?
CVE-2016-5940 affects IBM Kenexa LMS versions 4.1, 4.2, 4.2.2, 4.2.3, 4.2.4, 5.0, 5.1, and 5.2.
What types of attacks can result from CVE-2016-5940?
CVE-2016-5940 can lead to cross-site scripting attacks that may allow an attacker to inject arbitrary JavaScript code into the web interface.
Can CVE-2016-5940 expose sensitive information?
Yes, CVE-2016-5940 can lead to credentials disclosure within a trusted session by exploiting the cross-site scripting vulnerability.

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