CVE-2016-5981

Name: CVE-2016-5981
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-11-25T03:59:12.47+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.61%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-5981 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in IBM FileNet Workplace XT through 1.1.5.2-WPXT-LA011 and FileNet Workplace (Application Engine) through 4.0.2.14-P8AE-IF001, when RegExpSecurityFilter and ScriptSecurityFilter are misconfigured, allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via unspecified vectors.. EPSS estimates a 0.61% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in IBM FileNet Workplace XT through 1.1.5.2-WPXT-LA011 and FileNet Workplace (Application Engine) through 4.0.2.14-P8AE-IF001, when RegExpSecurityFilter and ScriptSecurityFilter are misconfigured, allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via unspecified vectors.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.61%

44.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-79

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Filenet Workplace	<= 4.0.2.14-p8ae-if001
Ibm	Filenet Workplace Xt	<= 1.1.5.2-wpxt-la011

References

http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21990899Mitigation, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94517
http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21990899Mitigation, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94517

Timeline

Published: Nov 25, 2016
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-5981?

How severe is CVE-2016-5981?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-5981 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.61% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-5981?

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