CVE-2017-7438: DOM cross site scripting attack against NetIQ Privileged Account Manager
Published Mar 2, 2018
·Updated
NetIQ Privileged Account Manager before 3.1 Patch Update 3 allowed cross site scripting attacks via javascript DOM modification using the supplied cookie parameter.
Affected Software
3 affected components
NetIQ Privileged Account Manager<=3.1
NetIQ Privileged Account Manager=3.1-hotfix1
NetIQ Privileged Account Manager=3.1-hotfix2
Event History
Mar 2, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2017-7438?
CVE-2017-7438 is classified as a moderate severity cross site scripting vulnerability.
2
How do I fix CVE-2017-7438?
To mitigate CVE-2017-7438, upgrade to NetIQ Privileged Account Manager version 3.1 Patch Update 3 or later.
3
What systems are affected by CVE-2017-7438?
CVE-2017-7438 affects NetIQ Privileged Account Manager versions prior to 3.1 Patch Update 3.
4
What is the attack vector for CVE-2017-7438?
The attack vector for CVE-2017-7438 is a cross site scripting attack via JavaScript DOM manipulation using the cookie parameter.
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Is there a workaround for CVE-2017-7438?
There are no official workarounds for CVE-2017-7438; the recommended action is to apply the patch.