CVE-2018-1686

Name: CVE-2018-1686
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-10-05T13:29:09.1+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.66%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-1686 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. IBM Maximo Asset Management 7.6 through 7.6.3 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 0.66% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

IBM Maximo Asset Management 7.6 through 7.6.3 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: 145505.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.66%

46.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-79

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Maximo Asset Management	>= 7.6, <= 7.6.3

References

https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/145505VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
https://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=ibm10728865Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/145505VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
https://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=ibm10728865Patch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Oct 5, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-1686?

How severe is CVE-2018-1686?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-1686 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.66% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-1686?

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