What is the vulnerability ID for this vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID for this vulnerability is CVE-2021-38946.

What is the severity of CVE-2021-38946?

The severity of CVE-2021-38946 is medium with a CVSS score of 5.4.

How does CVE-2021-38946 affect IBM Cognos Analytics?

CVE-2021-38946 affects IBM Cognos Analytics by allowing users to embed arbitrary JavaScript code in the Web UI, potentially leading to credentials disclosure within a trusted session.

How can I fix the cross-site scripting vulnerability in IBM Cognos Analytics?

To fix the cross-site scripting vulnerability in IBM Cognos Analytics, apply the necessary patches or updates provided by IBM.

Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-38946?

You can find more information about CVE-2021-38946 at https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/211240.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2021-38946

medium

5.4

CWE

21/4/2022

4/8/2024

CVE-2021-38946: XSS

First published: Thu Apr 21 2022(Updated: )

IBM Cognos Analytics 11.1.7, 11.2.0, and 11.1.7 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: 211240.

Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
IBM Cognos Analytics	=11.1.7
IBM Cognos Analytics	=11.2.0
IBM Cognos Analytics	=11.2.1
NetApp OnCommand Insight

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https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6570957

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the vulnerability ID for this vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this vulnerability is CVE-2021-38946.
What is the severity of CVE-2021-38946?
The severity of CVE-2021-38946 is medium with a CVSS score of 5.4.
How does CVE-2021-38946 affect IBM Cognos Analytics?
CVE-2021-38946 affects IBM Cognos Analytics by allowing users to embed arbitrary JavaScript code in the Web UI, potentially leading to credentials disclosure within a trusted session.
How can I fix the cross-site scripting vulnerability in IBM Cognos Analytics?
To fix the cross-site scripting vulnerability in IBM Cognos Analytics, apply the necessary patches or updates provided by IBM.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-38946?
You can find more information about CVE-2021-38946 at https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/211240.

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