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5.4

IBM WebSphere Application Server is vulnerable to JavaScript injection

CVE-2017-1380 · published 9 years ago
Summary

IBM WebSphere Application Server versions 7.0, 8.0, 8.5, and 9.0 allow hackers to inject malicious JavaScript code into the web interface, potentially stealing credentials and taking over user sessions. This is a serious security risk that puts sensitive information and user accounts at risk. To protect your system, update to the latest version of WebSphere Application Server or apply the recommended fix.

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 websphere_application_server >= 7.0.0.0, <= 7.0.0.43
>= 8.0.0.0, <= 8.0.0.13
>= 8.5.0.0, <= 8.5.5.11
>= 9.0.0.0, <= 9.0.0.4
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:websphere_application_server:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
IBM WebSphere Application Server 7.0, 8.0, 8.5, and 9.0 is vulnerable to cross-site scripting. This vulnerability allows users to embed arbitrary JavaScript code in the Web UI thus altering the int...
IBM WebSphere Application Server 7.0, 8.0, 8.5, and 9.0 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: 127151.
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
Published24 Jul 2017
Updated31 Oct 2026
First seen14 Mar 2026
Sources
CVE-2017-1380 · OSV
CVE-2017-1380 · NVD
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