CVE-2017-1540: XSS
First published: Fri Jan 26 2018(Updated: )
IBM Doors Web Access 9.5 and 9.6 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: 130808.
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-2017-1540?
CVE-2017-1540 is classified as a moderate severity cross-site scripting vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2017-1540?
To fix CVE-2017-1540, upgrade IBM Doors Web Access to the latest version that is not vulnerable.
Which versions of IBM Doors Web Access are affected by CVE-2017-1540?
CVE-2017-1540 affects IBM Doors Web Access versions 9.5 and 9.6 up to certain release levels.
What can attackers achieve by exploiting CVE-2017-1540?
An attacker can embed arbitrary JavaScript code that might lead to credentials disclosure within a trusted session.
Is CVE-2017-1540 specific to IBM software or common across other platforms?
CVE-2017-1540 is specific to IBM software, particularly IBM Doors Web Access.
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