CVE-2018-1396: XSS
IBM Rational Quality Manager 5.0 through 5.0.2 and 6.0 through 6.0.5 are 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: 138429.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-1396?
CVE-2018-1396 has been assigned a medium severity level due to the risk of cross-site scripting vulnerabilities.
How do I fix CVE-2018-1396?
To mitigate CVE-2018-1396, users should update to IBM Rational Quality Manager version 6.0.6 or later.
What versions of IBM Rational Quality Manager are affected by CVE-2018-1396?
CVE-2018-1396 affects IBM Rational Quality Manager versions 5.0 to 5.0.2 and 6.0 to 6.0.5.
What kind of attack does CVE-2018-1396 facilitate?
CVE-2018-1396 facilitates cross-site scripting attacks that can lead to credential disclosure within trusted sessions.
Is CVE-2018-1396 exploitable by unprivileged users?
Yes, CVE-2018-1396 can be exploited by unprivileged users through the web interface.