CVE-2023-33843: IBM InfoSphere Information Server cross-site scripting

Published Feb 20, 2024
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Updated

IBM InfoSphere Information Server 11.7 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: 256544.

Other sources

IBM InfoSphere Information Server 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 componentsFixes available
IBM InfoSphere Information Server<=11.7
IBM InfoSphere Information Server=11.7

Event History

Feb 20, 2024
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Feb 21, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:29 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:29 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-33843?

CVE-2023-33843 is classified as a moderate severity cross-site scripting vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-33843?

To fix CVE-2023-33843, apply the latest patch provided by IBM for InfoSphere Information Server version 11.7.

3

What impact does CVE-2023-33843 have on users?

CVE-2023-33843 can allow attackers to embed arbitrary JavaScript in the Web UI, potentially leading to credentials disclosure.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2023-33843?

CVE-2023-33843 affects all users of IBM InfoSphere Information Server version 11.7.

5

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-33843?

CVE-2023-33843 is a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that can alter the intended functionality of the application.

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