CVE-2012-3297:Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the embedded HTTP server in the Service Console in IBM Tivoli Monitoring versions 6.2.2 and 6.3.2 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via a crafted URI.

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The Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the embedded HTTP server in the Service Console in IBM Tivoli Monitoring versions 6.2.2 and 6.3.2 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML by exploiting a flaw in the handling of crafted URIs. This could lead to the execution of malicious scripts in the context of the victim's browser, potentially compromising sensitive information or performing unauthorized actions.

Overview

This vulnerability affects IBM Tivoli Monitoring versions 6.2.2 and 6.3.2. It was first made public on December 4, 2012, under the CVE ID CVE-2012-3297. The vulnerability allows remote attackers to perform cross-site scripting attacks by injecting malicious scripts or HTML code via specially crafted URIs. The issue lies in the embedded HTTP server in the Service Console of the affected versions.

Remediation

To remediate this vulnerability, users of IBM Tivoli Monitoring versions 6.2.2 and 6.3.2 are advised to apply the necessary security patches. Specifically, users should update to IBM Tivoli Monitoring 6.2.2-TIV-ITM-FP0009 or later for version 6.2.2, and 6.2.3-TIV-ITM-FP0001 or later for version 6.3.2. By applying these updates, the vulnerability that allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via a crafted URI can be mitigated.

References

  1. IBM X-Force Exchange: tivolimonitoring-hmc-xss(77291)
  2. IBM Support: IBM Security Bulletin
  3. Security Tracker: CVE-1027850

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  1. Accommodation & Food Services
    Accommodation & Food Services
  2. Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
    Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
  3. Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
    Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
  4. Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
    Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
  5. Construction
    Construction
  6. Educational Services
    Educational Services
  7. Finance and Insurance
    Finance and Insurance
  8. Health Care & Social Assistance
    Health Care & Social Assistance
  9. Information
    Information
  10. Management of Companies & Enterprises
    Management of Companies & Enterprises
  11. Manufacturing
    Manufacturing
  12. Mining
    Mining
  13. Other Services (except Public Administration)
    Other Services (except Public Administration)
  14. Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
    Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
  15. Public Administration
    Public Administration
  16. Real Estate Rental & Leasing
    Real Estate Rental & Leasing
  17. Retail Trade
    Retail Trade
  18. Transportation & Warehousing
    Transportation & Warehousing
  19. Utilities
    Utilities
  20. Wholesale Trade
    Wholesale Trade

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