What is CVE-2020-4297?

CVE-2020-4297 is a vulnerability in IBM DOORS Next Generation (DNG/RRC) that allows users to embed arbitrary JavaScript code in the Web UI, potentially leading to credentials disclosure.

What is the severity of CVE-2020-4297?

The severity of CVE-2020-4297 is medium with a CVSS score of 5.4.

Which IBM products are affected by CVE-2020-4297?

IBM DOORS Next Generation (DNG/RRC) versions 6.0.2, 6.0.6, 6.0.6.1, and 7.0 are affected by CVE-2020-4297.

How can this vulnerability be exploited?

This vulnerability can be exploited by an attacker who can trick a user into clicking on a specially crafted link or visiting a malicious website.

How do I mitigate the risk of CVE-2020-4297?

To mitigate the risk of CVE-2020-4297, it is recommended to update to the latest version of IBM DOORS Next Generation (DNG/RRC) that addresses this vulnerability.

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CVE-2020-4297

medium

5.4

CWE

17/6/2020

19/6/2020

16/9/2024

CVE-2020-4297: XSS

First published: Wed Jun 17 2020(Updated: )

IBM DOORS Next Generation (DNG/RRC) 6.0.2, 6.0.6, 6.0.6.1, and 7.0 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: 176474.

Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
IBM DOORS Next	=7.0
IBM Rational DOORS Next Generation	=6.0.2
IBM Rational DOORS Next Generation	=6.0.6
IBM Rational DOORS Next Generation	=6.0.6.1
	<=6.0.2
	<=6.0.6.1
	<=6.0.6
	<=7.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2020-4297?
CVE-2020-4297 is a vulnerability in IBM DOORS Next Generation (DNG/RRC) that allows users to embed arbitrary JavaScript code in the Web UI, potentially leading to credentials disclosure.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-4297?
The severity of CVE-2020-4297 is medium with a CVSS score of 5.4.
Which IBM products are affected by CVE-2020-4297?
IBM DOORS Next Generation (DNG/RRC) versions 6.0.2, 6.0.6, 6.0.6.1, and 7.0 are affected by CVE-2020-4297.
How can this vulnerability be exploited?
This vulnerability can be exploited by an attacker who can trick a user into clicking on a specially crafted link or visiting a malicious website.
How do I mitigate the risk of CVE-2020-4297?
To mitigate the risk of CVE-2020-4297, it is recommended to update to the latest version of IBM DOORS Next Generation (DNG/RRC) that addresses this vulnerability.

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