CVE-2023-50961: IBM QRadar cross-site scripting

Published Mar 26, 2024
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Updated

IBM QRadar could allow a remote authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the system by sending a specially crafted request.

Other sources

IBM QRadar SIEM 7.5 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. IBM X-Force ID: 275939.

— MITRE

Affected Software

8 affected components
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.5.0
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.5.0-update_pack_1
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.5.0-update_pack_2
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.5.0-update_pack_3
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.5.0-update_pack_4
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.5.0-update_pack_5
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.5.0-update_pack_6
IBM QRadar SIEM<=7.5 - 7.5.0 UP7 IF06

Event History

Mar 26, 2024
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Mar 27, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:35 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:35 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-50961?

CVE-2023-50961 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote command execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-50961?

To mitigate CVE-2023-50961, ensure you update IBM QRadar SIEM to a version that is not vulnerable, specifically above 7.5.0 UP7 IF06.

3

What type of attacks can CVE-2023-50961 facilitate?

CVE-2023-50961 can facilitate remote authenticated attackers executing arbitrary commands on the IBM QRadar system.

4

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2023-50961?

IBM QRadar SIEM versions up to and including 7.5.0 UP7 IF06 are affected by CVE-2023-50961.

5

Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2023-50961?

Yes, CVE-2023-50961 requires an authenticated user to exploit the vulnerability.

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