CVE-2017-1554: XSS

Published Nov 1, 2017
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Updated

IBM Infosphere BigInsights 4.2.0 and 4.2.5 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: 131398.

Affected Software

2 affected components
IBM Infosphere BigInsights=4.2.0
IBM Infosphere BigInsights=4.2.5

Event History

Nov 1, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-1554?

CVE-2017-1554 has a medium severity rating due to the potential for clickjacking attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-1554?

To fix CVE-2017-1554, ensure you apply the latest patches from IBM for InfoSphere BigInsights version 4.2.0 or 4.2.5.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2017-1554?

CVE-2017-1554 affects users of IBM InfoSphere BigInsights versions 4.2.0 and 4.2.5.

4

What type of exploit is CVE-2017-1554 associated with?

CVE-2017-1554 is associated with a clickjacking vulnerability that could allow remote attackers to hijack user actions.

5

What should I do if I am a user of IBM InfoSphere BigInsights?

If you use IBM InfoSphere BigInsights, immediately check for updates and apply security patches related to CVE-2017-1554.

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