CVE-2020-4820: XSS

Published Dec 11, 2020
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Updated

IBM Cloud Pak for Security (CP4S) 1.4.0.0 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.

Other sources

IBM Cloud Pak for Security (CP4S) 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

2 affected components
IBM Cloud Pak for Security=1.4.0.0
IBM Cloud Pak for Security (CP4S)<=1.4.0.0

Event History

Dec 11, 2020
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Jan 27, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:05 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:05 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-4820?

CVE-2020-4820 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for allowing credential disclosure.

2

How do I fix CVE-2020-4820?

To fix CVE-2020-4820, upgrade IBM Cloud Pak for Security to a version beyond 1.4.0.0 that includes the security patch.

3

What types of attacks can CVE-2020-4820 facilitate?

CVE-2020-4820 can facilitate cross-site scripting attacks, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary JavaScript in the context of a user's session.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2020-4820?

Those using IBM Cloud Pak for Security version 1.4.0.0 are affected by CVE-2020-4820.

5

Is CVE-2020-4820 a potential risk for data security?

Yes, CVE-2020-4820 poses a risk to data security as it can lead to credentials exposure within a trusted session.

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