CVE-2017-1156

Name: CVE-2017-1156
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-05-05T19:29:00.31+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.15%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-1156 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. IBM WebSphere Portal 8.5 and 9.0 could allow a remote attacker to conduct phishing attacks, using an open redirect attack. By persuading a victim to visit a specially-crafted Web site, a remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability to spoof the URL displayed to redirect a user to a malicious Web site that would appear to be trusted. EPSS estimates a 1.15% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

IBM WebSphere Portal 8.5 and 9.0 could allow a remote attacker to conduct phishing attacks, using an open redirect attack. By persuading a victim to visit a specially-crafted Web site, a remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability to spoof the URL displayed to redirect a user to a malicious Web site that would appear to be trusted. This could allow the attacker to obtain highly sensitive information or conduct further attacks against the victim. IBM X-Force. ID: 122592

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.15%

62.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-601

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Websphere Portal	8.5
Ibm	Websphere Portal	9.0

References

http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg22000153Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98340Broken Link
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038390
http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg22000153Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98340Broken Link
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038390

Timeline

Published: May 5, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-1156?

How severe is CVE-2017-1156?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-1156 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.15% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-1156?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2017-1156?

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Source: NVD / NIST