CWE
79
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2016-6072: XSS

First published: Wed Feb 01 2017(Updated: )

IBM Maximo Asset Management 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 SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
IBM Maximo Asset Management=7.6.0.0
IBM Maximo for Aviation
IBM Maximo for Life Sciences
IBM Maximo for Nuclear Power
IBM Maximo for Oil and Gas
IBM Maximo for Transportation
IBM Maximo for Utilities
IBM Control Desk
IBM Tivoli IT Asset Management for IT
IBM Tivoli Change and Configuration Management Database
IBM Tivoli Integration Composer
IBM Tivoli Service Request Manager

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2016-6072?

    The severity of CVE-2016-6072 is considered high due to its potential for credential disclosure through cross-site scripting.

  • How do I fix CVE-2016-6072?

    To fix CVE-2016-6072, apply the latest patches and updates provided by IBM for the affected Maximo Asset Management versions.

  • Which versions of IBM Maximo Asset Management are affected by CVE-2016-6072?

    CVE-2016-6072 affects IBM Maximo Asset Management version 7.6.0.0 and potentially other related products that share the vulnerability.

  • What kind of attack can be performed using CVE-2016-6072?

    CVE-2016-6072 allows attackers to inject arbitrary JavaScript code into the web UI, potentially leading to unauthorized actions within a user's session.

  • Is user interaction required for exploiting CVE-2016-6072?

    Yes, user interaction is required to activate the cross-site scripting vulnerability in CVE-2016-6072.

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