CVE-2025-27896
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CVE-2025-27896 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.1/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM Db2 Recovery Expert for Linux, UNIX and Windows 5.5 IF 2 is vulnerable to cross-site scripting. This vulnerability allows an unauthenticated attacker 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 0.16% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM Db2 Recovery Expert for Linux, UNIX and Windows 5.5 IF 2 is vulnerable to cross-site scripting. This vulnerability allows an unauthenticated attacker to embed arbitrary JavaScript code in the Web UI thus altering the intended functionality potentially leading to credentials disclosure within a trusted session.
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Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| IBM | DB2 Recovery Expert for Linux, UNIX and Windows | 5.5 IF 2 |
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- Status
- Awaiting Analysis
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