CVE-2023-45696: HCL Sametime is impacted by an autocomplete enabled vulnerability
First published: Sat Feb 10 2024(Updated: )
Sametime is impacted by sensitive fields with autocomplete enabled in the Legacy web chat client. By default, this allows user entered data to be stored by the browser.
Credit: psirt@hcl.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM Sametime | >=11.5<12.0.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2023-45696?
CVE-2023-45696 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential exposure of sensitive user data.
How do I mitigate CVE-2023-45696?
To mitigate CVE-2023-45696, disable autocomplete in sensitive fields within the Legacy web chat client settings.
Which versions of HCL Sametime are affected by CVE-2023-45696?
CVE-2023-45696 affects HCL Sametime versions between 11.5 and 12.0.2.
What types of sensitive data are at risk in CVE-2023-45696?
CVE-2023-45696 can expose any user-inputted data in sensitive fields when autocomplete is enabled.
Is there a patch available for CVE-2023-45696?
As of now, check the official HCL resources for an update or patch addressing CVE-2023-45696.
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