CVE-2025-33118: IBM QRadar SIEM cross-site scripting

Published Aug 1, 2025
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Updated

IBM QRadar SIEM 7.5 through 7.5.0 Update Pack 12 is vulnerable to stored cross-site scripting. This vulnerability allows authenticated users to embed arbitrary JavaScript code in the Web UI thus altering the intended functionality potentially leading to credentials disclosure within a trusted session.

Affected Software

15 affected components
IBM QRadar SIEM>=7.5<=7.5.0 Update Pack 12
IBM QRadar SIEM<=7.5 - 7.5.0 UP12 IF03
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.5.0
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.5.0-update_pack_1
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.5.0-update_pack_10
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.5.0-update_pack_11
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.5.0-update_pack_12
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.5.0-update_pack_2
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.5.0-update_pack_3
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.5.0-update_pack_4
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.5.0-update_pack_5
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.5.0-update_pack_6
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.5.0-update_pack_7
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.5.0-update_pack_8
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.5.0-update_pack_9

Remediation

Information

IBM encourages customers to update their systems promptly. Product Version Fix IBM QRadar SIEM   7.5.0 QRadar 7.5.0 UP13 QRadar Incident Forensics   7.5.0 QIF 7.5.0 UP13

Event History

Aug 1, 2025
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via IBM·12:00 AM
DescriptionAffected Software
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:21 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:21 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-33118?

CVE-2025-33118 has a critical severity rating, indicating a high risk for exploitation.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-33118?

To fix CVE-2025-33118, upgrade IBM QRadar SIEM to a version after 7.5.0 Update Pack 12 that includes the necessary security patches.

3

What type of exploit is CVE-2025-33118 associated with?

CVE-2025-33118 is associated with stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2025-33118?

CVE-2025-33118 affects users of IBM QRadar SIEM versions 7.5 through 7.5.0 Update Pack 12.

5

What potential impact does CVE-2025-33118 have?

The impact of CVE-2025-33118 includes altered functionality of the Web UI and potential disclosure of user credentials.

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