CVE-2020-4384: XSS

Published May 5, 2020
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Updated

IBM InfoSphere Information Server 11.3, 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: 179265.

Other sources

IBM InfoSphere Information Server 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

8 affected componentsFixes available
IBM Infosphere Information Server On Cloud=11.5
IBM Infosphere Information Server On Cloud=11.7
IBM InfoSphere QualityStage=11.3
IBM InfoSphere QualityStage=11.5
IBM InfoSphere QualityStage=11.7
IBM InfoSphere QualityStage, InfoSphere Information Server on Cloud<=11.7
IBM InfoSphere QualityStage, InfoSphere Information Server on Cloud<=11.5
IBM InfoSphere QualityStage<=11.3

Event History

May 5, 2020
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
May 6, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:45 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:45 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-4384?

CVE-2020-4384 is a cross-site scripting vulnerability in IBM InfoSphere Information Server 11.3, 11.5, and 11.7.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2020-4384?

CVE-2020-4384 has a severity rating of 5.4, which is considered medium.

3

How does CVE-2020-4384 affect IBM InfoSphere Information Server?

CVE-2020-4384 allows users to embed arbitrary JavaScript code in the Web UI of IBM InfoSphere Information Server, potentially leading to credentials disclosure within a trusted session.

4

Are there any patches available for CVE-2020-4384?

Yes, patches are available to fix CVE-2020-4384. Please refer to the IBM support pages for patch information.

5

What is the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) for CVE-2020-4384?

The Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) for CVE-2020-4384 is CWE-79, which refers to improper neutralization of input during web page generation ('Cross-site Scripting').

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