CVE-2021-38966
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CVE-2021-38966 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.4/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM Cloud Pak for Automation 21.0.2 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 0.48% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM Cloud Pak for Automation 21.0.2 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: 212357.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Cloud Pak For Automation | 21.0.2 |
| Ibm | Workflow Process Service | 21.0.2 |
References
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/212357VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6526488Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/212357VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6526488Vendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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