CVE-2018-1523: XSS

Published Jul 10, 2018
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Updated

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: 141804.

Affected Software

2 affected components
IBM Rational Quality Manager>=5.0<=5.0.2
IBM Rational Quality Manager>=6.0<=6.0.5

Event History

Jul 10, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2018-1523?

CVE-2018-1523 has been classified with a medium severity due to its potential to allow cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2018-1523?

To fix CVE-2018-1523, upgrade IBM Rational Quality Manager to version 6.0.6 or later.

3

What versions of IBM Rational Quality Manager are affected by CVE-2018-1523?

IBM Rational Quality Manager versions 5.0 through 5.0.2 and 6.0 through 6.0.5 are vulnerable to CVE-2018-1523.

4

What type of attack does CVE-2018-1523 allow?

CVE-2018-1523 allows for cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks, enabling the execution of arbitrary JavaScript code.

5

Is user data at risk due to CVE-2018-1523?

Yes, CVE-2018-1523 may lead to credentials disclosure, putting user data at risk within a trusted session.

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