What is the severity of CVE-2020-4707?

The severity of CVE-2020-4707 is medium (5.4).

How does CVE-2020-4707 affect IBM API Connect?

CVE-2020-4707 affects IBM API Connect versions 5.0.0.0 through 5.0.8.11.

What is the impact of CVE-2020-4707?

CVE-2020-4707 allows users to embed arbitrary JavaScript code in the Web UI, potentially leading to credentials disclosure within a trusted session.

How can I fix CVE-2020-4707?

To fix CVE-2020-4707, upgrade to a version of IBM API Connect that is not affected or apply the necessary security patches.

Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-4707?

You can find more information about CVE-2020-4707 on the IBM X-Force ID page (https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/187370) and the IBM support page (https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6477840).

Vulnerability/
CVE-2020-4707

medium

5.4

CWE

3/8/2021

4/8/2021

16/9/2024

CVE-2020-4707: XSS

First published: Tue Aug 03 2021(Updated: )

IBM API Connect 5.0.0.0 through 5.0.8.11 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: 187370.

Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
IBM API Connect	>=5.0.0.0<=5.0.8.11
	<=IBM API Connect V5.0.0.0-5.0.8.11

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-4707?
The severity of CVE-2020-4707 is medium (5.4).
How does CVE-2020-4707 affect IBM API Connect?
CVE-2020-4707 affects IBM API Connect versions 5.0.0.0 through 5.0.8.11.
What is the impact of CVE-2020-4707?
CVE-2020-4707 allows users to embed arbitrary JavaScript code in the Web UI, potentially leading to credentials disclosure within a trusted session.
How can I fix CVE-2020-4707?
To fix CVE-2020-4707, upgrade to a version of IBM API Connect that is not affected or apply the necessary security patches.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-4707?
You can find more information about CVE-2020-4707 on the IBM X-Force ID page (https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/187370) and the IBM support page (https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6477840).

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