CWE
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Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2020-4731: XSS

First published: Wed Sep 16 2020(Updated: )

IBM Aspera Web Application 1.9.14 PL1 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: 188055.

Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
IBM Aspera Shares<=1.9.14

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2020-4731?

    CVE-2020-4731 is classified as a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability, which can pose a significant risk to user credentials and session security.

  • How do I fix CVE-2020-4731?

    To mitigate CVE-2020-4731, users should upgrade to IBM Aspera Web Application version 1.9.14 PL2 or later where the vulnerability is addressed.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2020-4731?

    CVE-2020-4731 affects users of IBM Aspera Shares version 1.9.14 and earlier.

  • What types of attacks can CVE-2020-4731 enable?

    CVE-2020-4731 can enable attacks that allow malicious JavaScript to be executed in the context of the user's session.

  • Is CVE-2020-4731 easy to exploit?

    Exploitation of CVE-2020-4731 may be relatively straightforward for attackers familiar with XSS techniques.

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