CWE
79
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2017-1140: XSS

First published: Thu Jun 08 2017(Updated: )

IBM Business Process Manager 8.0 and 8.5 are 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 Business Process Manager=8.0.0.0
IBM Business Process Manager=8.0.1.0
IBM Business Process Manager=8.0.1.1
IBM Business Process Manager=8.0.1.2
IBM Business Process Manager=8.0.1.3
IBM Business Process Manager=8.5.0.0
IBM Business Process Manager=8.5.0.1
IBM Business Process Manager=8.5.0.2
IBM Business Process Manager=8.5.5.0
IBM Business Process Manager=8.5.6.0
IBM Business Process Manager=8.5.6.0-cf1
IBM Business Process Manager=8.5.6.0-cf2
IBM Business Process Manager=8.5.7.0
IBM Business Process Manager=8.5.7.0-cf2016.12

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2017-1140?

    CVE-2017-1140 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for cross-site scripting attacks.

  • How do I fix CVE-2017-1140?

    To fix CVE-2017-1140, IBM recommends applying the latest patches or updates for IBM Business Process Manager.

  • Which versions of IBM Business Process Manager are affected by CVE-2017-1140?

    CVE-2017-1140 affects IBM Business Process Manager versions 8.0 and 8.5.

  • What are the potential consequences of exploiting CVE-2017-1140?

    Exploiting CVE-2017-1140 could lead to the disclosure of sensitive information, such as user credentials, in a trusted session.

  • Is cross-site scripting in CVE-2017-1140 easily exploitable?

    Yes, cross-site scripting vulnerabilities like CVE-2017-1140 can be exploited easily if an attacker can inject malicious JavaScript into the Web UI.

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