CVE-2016-0305

Name: CVE-2016-0305
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-02-08T22:59:00.417+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.66%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-0305 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. IBM Connections is vulnerable to cross-site scripting, caused by improper validation of user-supplied input. A remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability using a specially-crafted URL to execute script in a victim's Web browser within the security context of the hosting Web site, once the URL is clicked. EPSS estimates a 0.66% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

IBM Connections is vulnerable to cross-site scripting, caused by improper validation of user-supplied input. A remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability using a specially-crafted URL to execute script in a victim's Web browser within the security context of the hosting Web site, once the URL is clicked. An attacker could use this vulnerability to steal the victim's cookie-based authentication credentials.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.66%

46.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-79

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Connections	4.0.0.0
Ibm	Connections	4.5.0.0
Ibm	Connections	5.0.0.0
Ibm	Connections	5.5.0.0

References

http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21986770Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92436
http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21986770Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92436

Timeline

Published: Feb 8, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-0305?

How severe is CVE-2016-0305?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-0305 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.66% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-0305?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST