CVE-2025-14807
HTTP Header Injection in IBM InfoSphere Enables XSS, Hijacking
Publication date: 2026-03-25
Last updated on: 2026-03-26
Assigner: IBM Corporation
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| ibm | infosphere_information_server | From 11.7.0.0 (inc) to 11.7.1.6 (inc) |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-644 | The product does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes web scripting syntax in HTTP headers that can be used by web browser components that can process raw headers, such as Flash. |
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
CVE-2025-14807 is an HTTP header injection vulnerability in IBM InfoSphere Information Server versions 11.7.0.0 through 11.7.1.6. It occurs because the software improperly validates input in the HOST headers.
This flaw allows attackers to exploit the system remotely without any privileges or user interaction by injecting malicious content into HTTP headers.
Exploitation can lead to attacks such as cross-site scripting (XSS), cache poisoning, or session hijacking.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can impact you by allowing attackers to compromise the confidentiality and integrity of your system.
- Cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks that can execute malicious scripts in users' browsers.
- Cache poisoning that can cause users to receive malicious or incorrect cached content.
- Session hijacking that can allow attackers to take over user sessions and gain unauthorized access.
The vulnerability does not impact system availability but can lead to significant security risks related to data confidentiality and integrity.
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
To mitigate the CVE-2025-14807 vulnerability in IBM InfoSphere Information Server, you should apply the specific fixes provided by IBM.
- Upgrade to IBM InfoSphere Information Server version 11.7.1.0 or later.
- Apply version 11.7.1.6.
- Apply IBM InfoSphere Information Server 11.7.1.6 Service Pack 2.
- Reference APAR DT458455 for the patch.
Note that no workarounds or other mitigations are currently available.
How does this vulnerability affect compliance with common standards and regulations (like GDPR, HIPAA)?:
The provided information does not explicitly address how the CVE-2025-14807 vulnerability affects compliance with common standards and regulations such as GDPR or HIPAA.