CVE-2016-5888

Name: CVE-2016-5888
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-05-10T14:29:00.437+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.51%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-5888 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. IBM Interact 8.6, 9.0, 9.1, and 10.0 is vulnerable to 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. EPSS estimates a 0.51% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

IBM Interact 8.6, 9.0, 9.1, and 10.0 is vulnerable to 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: 115084.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.51%

39.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-79

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Interact	8.6
Ibm	Interact	9.0
Ibm	Interact	9.1
Ibm	Interact	9.1.1
Ibm	Interact	9.1.2
Ibm	Interact	10.0

References

http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg22002147Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg22002147Patch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: May 10, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-5888?

How severe is CVE-2016-5888?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-5888 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.51% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-5888?

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