CVE-2020-4575: XSS

Published Aug 27, 2020
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Updated

IBM WebSphere Application Server ND 8.5 and 9.0, and IBM WebSphere Virtual Enterprise 7.0 and 8.0 are vulnerable to cross-site scripting when High Availability Deployment Manager is configured.

Affected Software

4 affected components
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services>=8.5.0.0<8.5.5.18
IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services>=9.0.0.0<9.0.5.5
IBM WebSphere Virtual Enterprise=7.0
IBM WebSphere Virtual Enterprise=8.0

Event History

Aug 27, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:40 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:40 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this issue?

The vulnerability ID for this issue is CVE-2020-4575.

2

Which products are affected by this vulnerability?

IBM WebSphere Application Server ND 8.5 and 9.0, and IBM WebSphere Virtual Enterprise 7.0 and 8.0 are affected.

3

What is the severity level of CVE-2020-4575?

The severity level of CVE-2020-4575 is medium (6.1).

4

How can this vulnerability be exploited?

This vulnerability can be exploited through cross-site scripting when High Availability Deployment Manager is configured.

5

Are there any recommended mitigation steps for CVE-2020-4575?

Yes, IBM has provided recommendations to mitigate this vulnerability. Please refer to the official IBM support page for more information.

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