CVE-2015-4959:Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in IBM Tivoli Federated Identity Manager (TFIM) 6.2.2 before FP16 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via a crafted URL.

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The vulnerability in IBM Tivoli Federated Identity Manager (TFIM) version 6.2.2 before Fix Pack 16 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary web script or HTML code by exploiting a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability. By sending a specially crafted URL to the vulnerable application, an attacker can inject malicious code that will be executed within the context of the user's browser, potentially leading to unauthorized actions or data theft.

Overview

This vulnerability affects IBM Tivoli Federated Identity Manager (TFIM) version 6.2.2 before Fix Pack 16. It is classified as a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability, which allows remote attackers to inject and execute arbitrary web script or HTML code via a crafted URL. The vulnerability was assigned the CVE ID CVE-2015-4959 and was published on January 18, 2016.

Remediation

To remediate this vulnerability, users of IBM Tivoli Federated Identity Manager (TFIM) version 6.2.2 should apply Fix Pack 16 or later. It is recommended to update the software to the latest version available from IBM to mitigate the risk of exploitation. Additionally, users should be cautious when clicking on links or accessing URLs from untrusted sources to prevent XSS attacks.

References

  1. SecurityTracker Advisory: 1034697
  2. IBM Advisory: IV77558
  3. IBM Support Document: http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21974157

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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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