CVE-2017-1593: XSS

Published Nov 27, 2017
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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: 132494.

Affected Software

3 affected components
IBM Rational DOORS Next Generation>=4.0<=4.0.7
IBM Rational DOORS Next Generation>=5.0<=5.0.2
IBM Rational DOORS Next Generation>=6.0<=6.0.4

Event History

Nov 27, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-1593?

CVE-2017-1593 is categorized as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for cross-site scripting attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-1593?

To fix CVE-2017-1593, update to IBM DOORS Next Generation version 4.0.8 or later, 5.0.3 or later, or 6.0.5 or later.

3

What versions of IBM DOORS Next Generation are affected by CVE-2017-1593?

CVE-2017-1593 affects IBM DOORS Next Generation versions 4.0 to 4.0.7, 5.0 to 5.0.2, and 6.0 to 6.0.4.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-1593?

CVE-2017-1593 is a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.

5

Can CVE-2017-1593 lead to credential disclosure?

Yes, CVE-2017-1593 can potentially lead to credential disclosure within a trusted session due to its XSS nature.

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