CVE-2018-2021: XSS

Published Jul 17, 2019
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Updated

IBM QRadar SIEM 7.2 and 7.3 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: 155345.

Affected Software

19 affected components
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager>=7.2.0<7.2.8
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager>=7.3.0<=7.3.2
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.2.8
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.2.8-p1
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.2.8-p10
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.2.8-p11
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.2.8-p12
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.2.8-p13
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.2.8-p14
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.2.8-p15
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.2.8-p2
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.2.8-p3
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.2.8-p4
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.2.8-p5
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.2.8-p6
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.2.8-p7
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.2.8-p8
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.2.8-p9
Linux Linux kernel

Remediation

Patch Available

https://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=ibm10888117

Event History

Jul 17, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:05 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:05 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2018-2021?

CVE-2018-2021 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow credential disclosure through cross-site scripting.

2

How do I fix CVE-2018-2021?

To remediate CVE-2018-2021, upgrade the IBM QRadar SIEM to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What versions of IBM QRadar are affected by CVE-2018-2021?

CVE-2018-2021 affects IBM QRadar SIEM versions 7.2.0 to 7.2.8 and 7.3.0 to 7.3.2.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-2021?

CVE-2018-2021 is a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability allowing injection of arbitrary JavaScript in the Web UI.

5

What could be the impact of CVE-2018-2021 if exploited?

Exploiting CVE-2018-2021 could lead to unauthorized access and potential disclosure of sensitive information within a trusted session.

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