CVE-2020-4304: XSS

Published Apr 2, 2020
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Updated

IBM WebSphere Application Server - Liberty 17.0.0.3 through 20.0.0.3 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: 176670.

Affected Software

3 affected components
IBM Cloud APM, Base Private<=8.1.4
IBM Cloud APM, Advanced Private<=8.1.4
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services>=17.0.0.3<=20.0.0.3

Remediation

Patch Available

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6147195

Event History

Apr 2, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:20 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:20 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Parent advisories

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID?

The vulnerability ID is CVE-2020-4304.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2020-4304?

The severity of CVE-2020-4304 is medium with a CVSS score of 6.1.

3

How does CVE-2020-4304 affect IBM WebSphere Application Server - Liberty?

CVE-2020-4304 allows users to embed arbitrary JavaScript code in the Web UI of IBM WebSphere Application Server - Liberty, potentially leading to credentials disclosure within a trusted session.

4

Which versions of IBM WebSphere Application Server - Liberty are affected by CVE-2020-4304?

IBM WebSphere Application Server - Liberty versions 17.0.0.3 through 20.0.0.3 are affected by CVE-2020-4304.

5

How can I fix CVE-2020-4304?

Apply the necessary patches or updates provided by IBM to fix CVE-2020-4304.

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