CVE-2020-4251: XSS

Published Jun 11, 2020
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Updated

IBM API Connect 5.0.0.0 through 5.0.8.8 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: 175489.

Other sources

IBM API Connect 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

Affected Software

2 affected components
IBM API Connect>=5.0.0.0<=5.0.8.8
IBM API Connect<=IBM API Connect V5.0.0.0-5.0.8.8

Event History

Jun 11, 2020
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Jun 12, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:10 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:10 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-4251?

CVE-2020-4251 is a vulnerability in IBM API Connect that allows users to inject malicious JavaScript code in the Web UI.

2

How does CVE-2020-4251 affect IBM API Connect?

CVE-2020-4251 can potentially lead to credentials disclosure within a trusted session in IBM API Connect.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2020-4251?

The severity of CVE-2020-4251 is medium, with a severity value of 5.4.

4

How can I fix CVE-2020-4251 in IBM API Connect?

To fix CVE-2020-4251 in IBM API Connect, apply the necessary security patches or updates provided by IBM.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-4251?

You can find more information about CVE-2020-4251 on the IBM X-Force ID 175489 page and the IBM support page.

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