CVE-2022-40744: IBM Aspera Faspex cross-site scripting

Published Jan 25, 2024
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Updated

IBM Aspera Faspex 5 is vulnerable to stored 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 Aspera Faspex 5.0.6 is vulnerable to stored 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: 236441.

— MITRE

Affected Software

2 affected components
IBM Aspera Faspex<5.0.7
IBM Aspera Faspex<=5.0.6 and earlier

Remediation

Patch Available

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7111778

Event History

Jan 25, 2024
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via IBM·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Feb 2, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:08 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:08 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2022-40744?

CVE-2022-40744 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to the potential for credential disclosure.

2

How do I fix CVE-2022-40744?

To fix CVE-2022-40744, upgrade IBM Aspera Faspex to version 5.0.7 or later.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2022-40744?

CVE-2022-40744 is classified as a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.

4

What is affected by CVE-2022-40744?

CVE-2022-40744 affects IBM Aspera Faspex versions 5.0.6 and earlier.

5

What are the potential consequences of CVE-2022-40744?

The consequences of CVE-2022-40744 include the embedding of arbitrary JavaScript code that may lead to unauthorized actions in a trusted session.

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