CVE-2020-11850: Cross site scripting vulnerability in Self Service Password Reset

Published Aug 21, 2024
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Updated

Improper Input Validation vulnerability in OpenText Self Service Password Reset allows Cross-Site Scripting (XSS). This issue affects Self Service Password Reset before 4.5.0.2 and 4.4.0.6

Affected Software

9 affected components
MicroFocus Netiq Self Service Password Reset<4.4
MicroFocus Netiq Self Service Password Reset=4.4
MicroFocus Netiq Self Service Password Reset=4.4-update_1
MicroFocus Netiq Self Service Password Reset=4.4-update_2
MicroFocus Netiq Self Service Password Reset=4.4-update_3
MicroFocus Netiq Self Service Password Reset=4.4-update_4
MicroFocus Netiq Self Service Password Reset=4.4-update_5
MicroFocus Netiq Self Service Password Reset=4.5
MicroFocus Netiq Self Service Password Reset=4.5-update_1

Event History

Aug 21, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:52 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:52 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-11850?

CVE-2020-11850 has been classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for Cross-Site Scripting (XSS).

2

How do I fix CVE-2020-11850?

To remediate CVE-2020-11850, upgrade OpenText Self Service Password Reset to version 4.5.0.2 or later, or to 4.4.0.6 or later.

3

Which versions are affected by CVE-2020-11850?

CVE-2020-11850 affects all versions of OpenText Self Service Password Reset prior to 4.5.0.2 and 4.4.0.6.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-11850?

CVE-2020-11850 is an improper input validation vulnerability that allows Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2020-11850?

There are no documented workarounds for CVE-2020-11850; upgrading to a fixed version is the recommended action.

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