CWE
79
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2017-8953: XSS

First published: Thu Feb 15 2018(Updated: )

A Remote Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in HPE LoadRunner v12.53 and earlier and HPE Performance Center version v12.53 and earlier was found.

Credit: security-alert@hpe.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
HP LoadRunner<=12.53
OpenText Performance Center<=12.53

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2017-8953?

    CVE-2017-8953 is classified as a medium-severity vulnerability due to its potential for exploitation via remote cross-site scripting.

  • How do I fix CVE-2017-8953?

    To mitigate CVE-2017-8953, upgrade HPE LoadRunner and HPE Performance Center to versions above 12.53 which no longer contain this vulnerability.

  • Which versions are affected by CVE-2017-8953?

    CVE-2017-8953 affects HPE LoadRunner version 12.53 and earlier, as well as HPE Performance Center version 12.53 and earlier.

  • What could an attacker achieve by exploiting CVE-2017-8953?

    Exploiting CVE-2017-8953 could allow an attacker to execute malicious scripts in the context of the user's browser, leading to unauthorized actions or data theft.

  • Is there a workaround for CVE-2017-8953 until I can apply the fix?

    While the primary mitigation for CVE-2017-8953 is an upgrade, implementing strict input validation and output encoding may help reduce exposure to the risk.

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