CVE-2016-5948: XSS
First published: Wed Feb 01 2017(Updated: )
IBM Kenexa LCMS Premier 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 LCMS Premier | =9.0 | |
| IBM Kenexa LCMS Premier | =9.1 | |
| IBM Kenexa LCMS Premier | =9.2 | |
| IBM Kenexa LCMS Premier | =9.2.1 | |
| IBM Kenexa LCMS Premier | =9.3 | |
| IBM Kenexa LCMS Premier | =9.4 | |
| IBM Kenexa LCMS Premier | =9.5 | |
| IBM Kenexa LCMS Premier | =10.0 | |
| IBM Kenexa LCMS Premier | =10.1 | |
| IBM Kenexa LCMS Premier | =10.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-5948?
CVE-2016-5948 is categorized as a medium severity cross-site scripting vulnerability in IBM Kenexa LCMS Premier.
How do I fix CVE-2016-5948?
To fix CVE-2016-5948, update your IBM Kenexa LCMS Premier to the latest patched version provided by IBM.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2016-5948?
The potential impacts of CVE-2016-5948 include unauthorized access to user credentials and functionality manipulation within a trusted session.
Which versions of IBM Kenexa LCMS Premier are affected by CVE-2016-5948?
CVE-2016-5948 affects versions 9.0 through 10.2 of IBM Kenexa LCMS Premier.
Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2016-5948?
Yes, exploitation of CVE-2016-5948 requires user authentication within the affected IBM Kenexa LCMS Premier application.
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