CWE
79
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2017-1563: 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: 131763.

Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow 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-2017-1563?

    CVE-2017-1563 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for cross-site scripting attacks.

  • How do I fix CVE-2017-1563?

    To fix CVE-2017-1563, update IBM Doors Web Access to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

  • What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2017-1563?

    CVE-2017-1563 can be exploited through cross-site scripting, allowing an attacker to execute arbitrary JavaScript in a victim's session.

  • Which IBM products are affected by CVE-2017-1563?

    CVE-2017-1563 affects IBM Doors Web Access versions 9.5 and 9.6, as well as IBM Engineering Requirements Management DOORS.

  • Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2017-1563?

    Yes, user interaction is typically required to exploit CVE-2017-1563, as attackers would need to trick users into clicking on malicious links.

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