CVE-2017-1121

Name: CVE-2017-1121
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-02-13T22:59:00.257+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.88%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-1121 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. IBM WebSphere Application Server 7.0, 8.0, and 9.0 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 0.88% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

IBM WebSphere Application Server 7.0, 8.0, and 9.0 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 Reference #: 1997743

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.88%

54.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-79

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Websphere Application Server	7.0
Ibm	Websphere Application Server	8.0
Ibm	Websphere Application Server	8.5
Ibm	Websphere Application Server	8.5.5
Ibm	Websphere Application Server	9.0

References

http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21997743Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96164
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037806
http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21997743Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96164
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037806

Timeline

Published: Feb 13, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-1121?

How severe is CVE-2017-1121?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-1121 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.88% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-1121?

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