CVE-2024-40690: IBM InfoSphere Server cross-site scripting

Published Jul 11, 2024
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Updated

IBM InfoSphere Server 11.7 is vulnerable to cross-site scripting. This vulnerability allows an authenticated user 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: 297720.

Other sources

IBM InfoSphere Server is vulnerable to cross-site scripting. This vulnerability allows an authenticated user 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

Jul 11, 2024
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Jul 12, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:47 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:47 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-40690?

CVE-2024-40690 is categorized as a cross-site scripting vulnerability that could lead to potential credential disclosure in trusted sessions.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-40690?

To remediate CVE-2024-40690, apply the patches provided by IBM for InfoSphere Information Server version 11.7.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2024-40690?

CVE-2024-40690 affects authenticated users of IBM InfoSphere Information Server version 11.7.

4

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2024-40690?

The potential impacts of CVE-2024-40690 include unauthorized execution of JavaScript that can alter functionality and lead to credential exposure.

5

Is there a known exploitation of CVE-2024-40690?

As of now, there are no publicly documented exploits for CVE-2024-40690, but the vulnerability poses significant risk if exploited.

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