CVE-2020-4431: XSS

Published Jun 1, 2020
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Updated

IBM Planning Analytics Local 2.0 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: 180761.

Other sources

IBM Planning Analytics Local 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

Affected Software

1 affected component
IBM Planning Analytics Local>=2.0.0<2.0.9.1

Remediation

Patch Available

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6214472

Event History

Jun 1, 2020
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via IBM·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Jun 2, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:45 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:45 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this IBM Planning Analytics Local vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID for this IBM Planning Analytics Local vulnerability is CVE-2020-4431.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2020-4431?

The severity of CVE-2020-4431 is medium with a CVSS score of 5.4.

3

How does the vulnerability in IBM Planning Analytics Local allow cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks?

The vulnerability in IBM Planning Analytics Local allows users to embed arbitrary JavaScript code in the Web UI, enabling cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.

4

What can an attacker potentially achieve through the cross-site scripting vulnerability in IBM Planning Analytics Local?

An attacker exploiting the cross-site scripting vulnerability in IBM Planning Analytics Local can alter the intended functionality of the Web UI and potentially disclose credentials within a trusted session.

5

How can I fix the cross-site scripting vulnerability in IBM Planning Analytics Local?

To fix the cross-site scripting vulnerability in IBM Planning Analytics Local, apply the necessary security updates or patches provided by IBM.

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