First published: Thu Aug 10 2017(Updated: )
IBM InfoSphere Streams 4.0, 4.1, and 4.2 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 X-Force ID: 127632.
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
---|---|---|
IBM Streams | =4.0 | |
IBM Streams | =4.0.1 | |
IBM Streams | =4.1 | |
IBM Streams | =4.1.1 | |
IBM Streams | =4.2 | |
IBM Streams | =4.2.1 |
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CVE-2017-1431 has a critical severity rating as it allows arbitrary JavaScript execution which may lead to credential disclosure.
To mitigate CVE-2017-1431, update IBM InfoSphere Streams to the latest version that addresses the cross-site scripting vulnerability.
CVE-2017-1431 affects IBM InfoSphere Streams versions 4.0, 4.0.1, 4.1, 4.1.1, 4.2, and 4.2.1.
The risks of CVE-2017-1431 include unauthorized actions being performed on behalf of users and potential compromise of sensitive information.
Yes, cross-site scripting vulnerabilities like CVE-2017-1431 are common in web applications and pose significant security risks.