CVE-2018-1445

Name: CVE-2018-1445
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-04-17T15:29:00.317+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.76%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-1445 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. IBM WebSphere Portal 8.0.0 through 8.0.0.1, 8.5, 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 0.76% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

IBM WebSphere Portal 8.0.0 through 8.0.0.1, 8.5, 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 X-Force ID: 139907.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.76%

50.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-79

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Websphere Portal	>= 8.0.0.0, <= 8.0.0.1
Ibm	Websphere Portal	8.5
Ibm	Websphere Portal	9.0

References

http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg22015407Vendor Advisory
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040647Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/139907VDB Entry
http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg22015407Vendor Advisory
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040647Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/139907VDB Entry

Timeline

Published: Apr 17, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-1445?

How severe is CVE-2018-1445?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-1445 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.76% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-1445?

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-2018-1445?

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Source: NVD / NIST