What is the severity of CVE-2020-4162?

CVE-2020-4162 has a medium severity level due to its potential impact on user data and session security.

How do I fix CVE-2020-4162?

To fix CVE-2020-4162, update IBM InfoSphere Information Server to the latest version that contains the relevant patches.

What kind of attack does CVE-2020-4162 enable?

CVE-2020-4162 enables cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary JavaScript in the context of an authenticated user's session.

Which versions of IBM InfoSphere Information Server are affected by CVE-2020-4162?

CVE-2020-4162 affects IBM InfoSphere Information Server versions 11.5 and 11.7.

What are the consequences of CVE-2020-4162 exploitation?

The exploitation of CVE-2020-4162 can lead to credential disclosure and unauthorized actions performed on behalf of the user.

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CVE-2020-4162

medium

5.4

CWE

10/3/2020

16/9/2024

CVE-2020-4162: XSS

First published: Tue Mar 10 2020(Updated: )

IBM InfoSphere Information Server 11.5 and 11.7 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: 174342.

Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
IBM InfoSphere Information Analyzer	=11.5
IBM InfoSphere Information Analyzer	=11.7

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https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/5690451

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-4162?
CVE-2020-4162 has a medium severity level due to its potential impact on user data and session security.
How do I fix CVE-2020-4162?
To fix CVE-2020-4162, update IBM InfoSphere Information Server to the latest version that contains the relevant patches.
What kind of attack does CVE-2020-4162 enable?
CVE-2020-4162 enables cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary JavaScript in the context of an authenticated user's session.
Which versions of IBM InfoSphere Information Server are affected by CVE-2020-4162?
CVE-2020-4162 affects IBM InfoSphere Information Server versions 11.5 and 11.7.
What are the consequences of CVE-2020-4162 exploitation?
The exploitation of CVE-2020-4162 can lead to credential disclosure and unauthorized actions performed on behalf of the user.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-4162?
CVE-2020-4162 has a medium severity level due to its potential impact on user data and session security.
How do I fix CVE-2020-4162?
To fix CVE-2020-4162, update IBM InfoSphere Information Server to the latest version that contains the relevant patches.
What kind of attack does CVE-2020-4162 enable?
CVE-2020-4162 enables cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary JavaScript in the context of an authenticated user's session.
Which versions of IBM InfoSphere Information Server are affected by CVE-2020-4162?
CVE-2020-4162 affects IBM InfoSphere Information Server versions 11.5 and 11.7.
What are the consequences of CVE-2020-4162 exploitation?
The exploitation of CVE-2020-4162 can lead to credential disclosure and unauthorized actions performed on behalf of the user.