CVE-2024-28793: IBM Engineering Workflow Management cross-site scripting

Published May 27, 2024
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Updated

IBM Engineering Workflow Management 7.0.2 and 7.0.3 is vulnerable to stored cross-site scripting. Under certain configurations, 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: 286830.

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IBM Engineering Workflow Management is vulnerable to stored cross-site scripting. Under certain configurations, 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

6 affected components
IBM EWM<=7.0.2
IBM EWM<=7.0.3
All of the following
Any of the following
IBM Engineering Workflow Management=7.0.2
IBM Engineering Workflow Management=7.0.3
Any of the following
Linux Linux kernel
Microsoft Windows

Event History

May 27, 2024
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
May 28, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·12:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-28793?

CVE-2024-28793 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for stored cross-site scripting attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-28793?

To fix CVE-2024-28793, update IBM Engineering Workflow Management to the latest version beyond 7.0.3 and implement proper input validation.

3

What are the potential risks associated with CVE-2024-28793?

The risks of CVE-2024-28793 include unauthorized execution of JavaScript code which can lead to session hijacking and credential theft.

4

Which versions of IBM Engineering Workflow Management are affected by CVE-2024-28793?

IBM Engineering Workflow Management versions 7.0.2 and 7.0.3 are affected by CVE-2024-28793.

5

Can CVE-2024-28793 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2024-28793 can be exploited remotely by attackers who can input malicious scripts via the application’s web interface.

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