CVE-2018-1401: XSS

Published Feb 9, 2018
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Updated

IBM WebSphere Portal 8.0, 8.5, and 9.0 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: 138437.

Affected Software

3 affected components
IBM WebSphere Portal=8.0.0.0
IBM WebSphere Portal=8.5.0.0
IBM WebSphere Portal=9.0.0.0

Event History

Feb 9, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2018-1401?

CVE-2018-1401 has a medium severity level due to its potential to compromise user credentials through cross-site scripting.

2

How do I fix CVE-2018-1401?

To fix CVE-2018-1401, upgrade IBM WebSphere Portal to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What versions of IBM WebSphere Portal are affected by CVE-2018-1401?

CVE-2018-1401 affects IBM WebSphere Portal versions 8.0, 8.5, and 9.0.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-1401?

CVE-2018-1401 is a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows the injection of arbitrary JavaScript code.

5

Are there any known exploits for CVE-2018-1401?

Yes, there are methods to exploit CVE-2018-1401 which can potentially lead to credential disclosure in a trusted session.

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