CVE-2018-6586: XSS

Published Mar 29, 2018
·
Updated

CA API Developer Portal 3.5 up to and including 3.5 CR6 has a stored cross-site scripting vulnerability related to profile picture processing.

Affected Software

7 affected components
CA API Developer Portal=3.5
CA API Developer Portal=3.5-cr1
CA API Developer Portal=3.5-cr2
CA API Developer Portal=3.5-cr3
CA API Developer Portal=3.5-cr4
CA API Developer Portal=3.5-cr5
CA API Developer Portal=3.5-cr6

Remediation

Patch Available

https://support.ca.com/us/product-content/recommended-reading/security-notices/ca20180328-01--security-notice-for-ca-api-developer-portal.html

Event History

Mar 29, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:29 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2018-6586?

The severity of CVE-2018-6586 is classified as medium, due to the potential for stored cross-site scripting attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2018-6586?

To fix CVE-2018-6586, you should upgrade to a patched version of CA API Developer Portal that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What is the impact of CVE-2018-6586?

The impact of CVE-2018-6586 could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary JavaScript in the context of users' profiles.

4

Which versions are affected by CVE-2018-6586?

CVE-2018-6586 affects CA API Developer Portal versions 3.5 up to and including 3.5 CR6.

5

Is CVE-2018-6586 a common vulnerability?

CVE-2018-6586 is a specific case of stored cross-site scripting, which is a common web application vulnerability.

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