CVE-2016-6123

Name: CVE-2016-6123
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-02-01T20:59:02.487+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.54%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-6123 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. IBM Kenexa LMS on Cloud 13.1 and 13.2 - 13.2.4 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 0.54% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

IBM Kenexa LMS on Cloud 13.1 and 13.2 - 13.2.4 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.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.54%

41.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-79

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Kenexa Lms On Cloud	13.1
Ibm	Kenexa Lms On Cloud	13.2
Ibm	Kenexa Lms On Cloud	13.2.2
Ibm	Kenexa Lms On Cloud	13.2.3
Ibm	Kenexa Lms On Cloud	13.2.4

References

http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21993982Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94305Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21993982Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94305Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

Published: Feb 1, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-6123?

How severe is CVE-2016-6123?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-6123 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.54% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-6123?

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