CVE-2020-4658: XSS

Published Dec 11, 2020
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Updated

IBM Sterling File Gateway 2.2.0.0 through 6.0.3.2 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: 186095.

Other sources

IBM Sterling File Gateway 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 Sterling File Gateway<=2.2.0.0 - 6.0.3.2
IBM Sterling File Gateway>=2.2.0.0<=6.0.3.2
HP HP-UX
IBM AIX
IBM i
Linux Linux kernel
Microsoft Windows
Oracle Solaris

Event History

Dec 11, 2020
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Dec 16, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:35 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:35 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is IBM Sterling File Gateway vulnerability CVE-2020-4658?

CVE-2020-4658 is a cross-site scripting vulnerability in IBM Sterling File Gateway 2.2.0.0 through 6.0.3.2.

2

What is the impact of IBM Sterling File Gateway vulnerability CVE-2020-4658?

This vulnerability allows users to embed arbitrary JavaScript code in the Web UI, potentially leading to credentials disclosure within a trusted session.

3

How can I exploit CVE-2020-4658?

As a user, you can exploit this vulnerability by embedding arbitrary JavaScript code in the Web UI of IBM Sterling File Gateway.

4

How severe is vulnerability CVE-2020-4658?

The severity of CVE-2020-4658 is medium, with a CVSS score of 6.1.

5

How can I fix vulnerability CVE-2020-4658?

To fix this vulnerability, apply the official patch provided by IBM Sterling File Gateway.

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