CVE-2017-1494: XSS

Published Dec 20, 2017
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Updated

IBM Business Process Manager 8.5 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: 128692.

Affected Software

10 affected components
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-cf2016.06
IBM Business Process Manager=8.5.7.0-cf2016.09
IBM Business Process Manager=8.5.7.0-cf2016.12
IBM Business Process Manager=8.5.7.0-cf2017.03
IBM Business Process Manager=8.5.7.0-cf2017.06

Event History

Dec 20, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-1494?

CVE-2017-1494 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for credential disclosure within trusted sessions.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-1494?

To fix CVE-2017-1494, apply the latest security patches provided by IBM for affected versions of IBM Business Process Manager.

3

Which versions of IBM Business Process Manager are affected by CVE-2017-1494?

IBM Business Process Manager versions 8.5.5.0, 8.5.6.0, and 8.5.7.0 are affected by CVE-2017-1494.

4

Can CVE-2017-1494 lead to additional attacks?

Yes, CVE-2017-1494 can potentially allow for further exploitation such as phishing or session hijacking.

5

Is CVE-2017-1494 a common vulnerability?

CVE-2017-1494 is notable as it relates to cross-site scripting, which is a common class of vulnerabilities in web applications.

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