CWE
79
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2017-1560: XSS

First published: Mon Nov 27 2017(Updated: )

IBM DOORS Next Generation (DNG/RRC) 4.0, 5.0, and 6.0 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: 131759.

Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
IBM Engineering Requirements Management DOORS Next Generation>=4.0<=4.0.7
IBM Engineering Requirements Management DOORS Next Generation>=5.0<=5.0.2
IBM Engineering Requirements Management DOORS Next Generation>=6.0<=6.0.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2017-1560?

    CVE-2017-1560 is classified as a medium-severity vulnerability due to the potential for cross-site scripting attacks that can lead to credential disclosure.

  • How do I fix CVE-2017-1560?

    To remediate CVE-2017-1560, it is recommended to update IBM DOORS Next Generation to the latest version that contains the necessary security patches.

  • Which versions of IBM DOORS Next Generation are affected by CVE-2017-1560?

    CVE-2017-1560 affects IBM DOORS Next Generation versions 4.0 through 4.0.7, 5.0 through 5.0.2, and 6.0 through 6.0.4.

  • What type of attack can CVE-2017-1560 facilitate?

    CVE-2017-1560 can facilitate cross-site scripting attacks that allow the injection of arbitrary JavaScript into the Web UI.

  • Can CVE-2017-1560 lead to credential theft?

    Yes, CVE-2017-1560 can potentially lead to the disclosure of user credentials within a trusted session due to the nature of the cross-site scripting vulnerability.

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