CVE-2017-1299: XSS
IBM Rational Quality Manager and IBM Rational Collaborative Lifecycle Management 5.0 through 5.0.2 and 6.0 through 6.0.5 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. IBM X-Force ID: 125161.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-1299?
CVE-2017-1299 is rated as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for cross-site scripting attacks that may compromise user security.
How do I fix CVE-2017-1299?
To fix CVE-2017-1299, update your IBM Rational Quality Manager or IBM Rational Collaborative Lifecycle Management to versions 5.0.3 or 6.0.6 or later.
Which versions of IBM software are affected by CVE-2017-1299?
CVE-2017-1299 affects IBM Rational Quality Manager versions 5.0.0 to 5.0.2 and 6.0.0 to 6.0.5, as well as IBM Rational Collaborative Lifecycle Management versions 5.0.0 to 5.0.2 and 6.0.0 to 6.0.5.
What type of attack does CVE-2017-1299 enable?
CVE-2017-1299 enables cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks that allow users to embed arbitrary JavaScript code in the web interface.
Are there workarounds for CVE-2017-1299?
While upgrading is the recommended solution for CVE-2017-1299, limiting user permissions and input validation can serve as temporary workarounds.