CVE-2018-1483: XSS
First published: Wed Apr 11 2018(Updated: )
IBM WebSphere Portal 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: 140918.
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM WebSphere Portal | =8.5.0.0 | |
| IBM WebSphere Portal | =8.5.0.0-cf1 | |
| IBM WebSphere Portal | =8.5.0.0-cf10 | |
| IBM WebSphere Portal | =8.5.0.0-cf11 | |
| IBM WebSphere Portal | =8.5.0.0-cf12 | |
| IBM WebSphere Portal | =8.5.0.0-cf13 | |
| IBM WebSphere Portal | =8.5.0.0-cf14 | |
| IBM WebSphere Portal | =8.5.0.0-cf15 | |
| IBM WebSphere Portal | =8.5.0.0-cf2 | |
| IBM WebSphere Portal | =8.5.0.0-cf3 | |
| IBM WebSphere Portal | =8.5.0.0-cf4 | |
| IBM WebSphere Portal | =8.5.0.0-cf5 | |
| IBM WebSphere Portal | =8.5.0.0-cf6 | |
| IBM WebSphere Portal | =8.5.0.0-cf7 | |
| IBM WebSphere Portal | =8.5.0.0-cf8 | |
| IBM WebSphere Portal | =8.5.0.0-cf9 | |
| IBM WebSphere Portal | =9.0 | |
| IBM WebSphere Portal | =9.0-cf14 | |
| IBM WebSphere Portal | =9.0-cf15 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-1483?
CVE-2018-1483 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for cross-site scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2018-1483?
To mitigate CVE-2018-1483, it is recommended to apply the latest patches provided by IBM for WebSphere Portal.
Which versions of IBM WebSphere Portal are affected by CVE-2018-1483?
CVE-2018-1483 affects IBM WebSphere Portal versions 8.5 and 9.0.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-1483?
CVE-2018-1483 is a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.
What can an attacker do with CVE-2018-1483?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2018-1483 to inject arbitrary JavaScript code, potentially leading to credential disclosures.
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