CVE-2017-1121: XSS
First published: Mon Feb 13 2017(Updated: )
IBM WebSphere Application Server 7.0, 8.0, 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 #: 1997743
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services | =7.0 | |
| IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services | =8.0 | |
| IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services | =8.5 | |
| IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services | =8.5.5 | |
| IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services | =9.0 | |
| =7.0 | ||
| =8.0 | ||
| =8.5 | ||
| =8.5.5 | ||
| =9.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-1121?
CVE-2017-1121 is classified as a medium severity cross-site scripting vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2017-1121?
To fix CVE-2017-1121, upgrade IBM WebSphere Application Server to a patched version provided by IBM.
What versions of IBM WebSphere are affected by CVE-2017-1121?
CVE-2017-1121 affects IBM WebSphere Application Server versions 7.0, 8.0, 8.5, 8.5.5, and 9.0.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-1121?
CVE-2017-1121 is a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows execution of arbitrary JavaScript code.
What is the impact of CVE-2017-1121?
CVE-2017-1121 can lead to credentials disclosure within a trusted session due to the execution of malicious scripts.
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