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5.4

IBM Business Process Manager Web UI can run malicious scripts

CVE-2016-9731 · published 9 years ago
Summary

The web interface of IBM Business Process Manager can be tricked into running hidden JavaScript code. An attacker could use this to change how the site works or steal login details from users who are already signed in. Apply the latest IBM patches or updates to close this risk.

What to do

The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.

Affected software
VendorProductAffected versions
ibm business_process_manager 8.5.7.0
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:business_process_manager:8.5.7.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
IBM Business Process Manager is vulnerable to cross-site scripting. This vulnerability allows users to embed arbitrary JavaScript code in the Web UI thus altering the intended functionality potenti...
IBM Business Process Manager 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.
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 60 days
Internal At next upgrade
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Needs hands-on effort to exploit (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker partial control (estimated)
Severity
5.4 Medium
Exploitation
<1% chance of attack within 30 days
Type
CWE-79Cross-site Scripting (XSS)
Timeline
Published1 Feb 2017
Updated4 Nov 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2016-9731 · NVD
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