CVE-2023-38359: IBM Cognos Analytics cross-site scripting

Published Feb 23, 2024
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Updated

IBM Cognos Analytics 11.1.7, 11.2.4, and 12.0.0 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. IBM X-Force ID: 260744.

Other sources

IBM Cognos Analytics 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

19 affected componentsFixes available
IBM Cognos Analytics<=12.0.0-12.0.1
IBM Cognos Analytics<=11.2.0-11.2.4 FP2
IBM Cognos Analytics<=11.1.1-11.1.7 FP7
NetApp OnCommand Insight
IBM Cognos Analytics>=11.1.1<11.1.7
IBM Cognos Analytics>=11.2.0<11.2.4
IBM Cognos Analytics=11.1.7
IBM Cognos Analytics=11.1.7-fixpack1
IBM Cognos Analytics=11.1.7-fixpack2
IBM Cognos Analytics=11.1.7-fixpack3
IBM Cognos Analytics=11.1.7-fixpack4
IBM Cognos Analytics=11.1.7-fixpack5
IBM Cognos Analytics=11.1.7-fixpack6
IBM Cognos Analytics=11.1.7-fixpack7
IBM Cognos Analytics=11.2.4
IBM Cognos Analytics=11.2.4-fixpack1
IBM Cognos Analytics=11.2.4-fixpack2
IBM Cognos Analytics=12.0.0
IBM Cognos Analytics=12.0.1

Event History

Feb 24, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:27 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:27 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Feb 26, 2024
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:27 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-38359?

CVE-2023-38359 is classified as a high-severity cross-site scripting vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-38359?

To fix CVE-2023-38359, users should apply the relevant patches from IBM for Cognos Analytics versions 11.1.7, 11.2.4, and 12.0.0.

3

Which versions of IBM Cognos Analytics are affected by CVE-2023-38359?

IBM Cognos Analytics versions 11.1.7, 11.2.4, and 12.0.0 are affected by CVE-2023-38359.

4

What risks does CVE-2023-38359 pose to users?

CVE-2023-38359 may allow attackers to execute arbitrary JavaScript, potentially leading to credential disclosure during a trusted session.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2023-38359 while waiting for a patch?

There are no specific workarounds recommended for CVE-2023-38359, so immediate patching is advised.

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