CVE-2017-1516: Input Validation
First published: Fri Jan 26 2018(Updated: )
IBM Doors Web Access 9.5 and 9.6 could allow a remote attacker to hijack the clicking action of the victim. By persuading a victim to visit a malicious Web site, a remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability to hijack the victim's click actions and possibly launch further attacks against the victim. IBM X-Force ID: 129826.
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| >=9.5.0.0<=9.5.0.7 | ||
| >=9.5.1.0<=9.5.1.8 | ||
| >=9.5.2.0<=9.5.2.7 | ||
| >=9.6.0.0<=9.6.0.6 | ||
| >=9.6.1.0<=9.6.1.9 | ||
| IBM Engineering Requirements Management DOORS | >=9.5.0.0<=9.5.0.7 | |
| IBM Engineering Requirements Management DOORS | >=9.5.1.0<=9.5.1.8 | |
| IBM Engineering Requirements Management DOORS | >=9.5.2.0<=9.5.2.7 | |
| IBM Engineering Requirements Management DOORS | >=9.6.0.0<=9.6.0.6 | |
| IBM Engineering Requirements Management DOORS | >=9.6.1.0<=9.6.1.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-1516?
CVE-2017-1516 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for clickjacking attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2017-1516?
To fix CVE-2017-1516, update IBM DOORS Web Access to version 9.6.1.9 or apply any available patches from IBM.
What versions of IBM DOORS are affected by CVE-2017-1516?
CVE-2017-1516 affects IBM DOORS Web Access versions 9.5 and 9.6 up to specific release levels.
What type of attack does CVE-2017-1516 facilitate?
CVE-2017-1516 facilitates clickjacking attacks that can lead to unauthorized actions on behalf of the victim.
Can CVE-2017-1516 be exploited without user interaction?
Yes, CVE-2017-1516 requires user interaction, as it relies on persuading users to visit a malicious website.
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