CVE-2017-1682

Name: CVE-2017-1682
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-02-14T15:29:00.27+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.55%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-1682 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. IBM Connections 4.0, 4.5, 5.0, 5.5, and 6.0 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 0.55% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

IBM Connections 4.0, 4.5, 5.0, 5.5, and 6.0 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: 134004.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.55%

41.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-79

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Connections	4.0
Ibm	Connections	4.5
Ibm	Connections	5.0
Ibm	Connections	5.5
Ibm	Connections	6.0

References

http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg22012900Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/134004VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg22012900Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/134004VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Feb 14, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-1682?

How severe is CVE-2017-1682?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-1682 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.55% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-1682?

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