How does CVE-2017-1682 affect IBM Connections?

CVE-2017-1682 affects IBM Connections 4.0, 4.5, 5.0, 5.5, and 6.0 and can be exploited to perform cross-site scripting attacks.

What is the severity of CVE-2017-1682?

The severity of CVE-2017-1682 is medium with a CVSS score of 5.4.

How can I fix CVE-2017-1682?

To fix CVE-2017-1682, it is recommended to apply the latest security patches provided by IBM.

Where can I find more information about CVE-2017-1682?

You can find more information about CVE-2017-1682 on the IBM support page and the IBM X-Force ID page.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2017-1682

medium

5.4

CWE

12/2/2018

5/8/2024

CVE-2017-1682: XSS

First published: Mon Feb 12 2018(Updated: )

IBM Connections 4.0, 4.5, 5.0, 5.5, 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: 134004.

Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
IBM Connections	=4.0
IBM Connections	=4.5
IBM Connections	=5.0
IBM Connections	=5.5
IBM Connections	=6.0

Remedy

http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg22012900

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What is CVE-2017-1682?
CVE-2017-1682 is a vulnerability in IBM Connections 4.0, 4.5, 5.0, 5.5, and 6.0 that allows users to embed arbitrary JavaScript code in the Web UI, potentially leading to credentials disclosure within a trusted session.
How does CVE-2017-1682 affect IBM Connections?
CVE-2017-1682 affects IBM Connections 4.0, 4.5, 5.0, 5.5, and 6.0 and can be exploited to perform cross-site scripting attacks.
What is the severity of CVE-2017-1682?
The severity of CVE-2017-1682 is medium with a CVSS score of 5.4.
How can I fix CVE-2017-1682?
To fix CVE-2017-1682, it is recommended to apply the latest security patches provided by IBM.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2017-1682?
You can find more information about CVE-2017-1682 on the IBM support page and the IBM X-Force ID page.

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