CVE-2026-2483
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Cross-Site Scripting in IBM InfoSphere UI Risks Credential Disclosure

Publication date: 2026-03-25

Last updated on: 2026-03-26

Assigner: IBM Corporation

Description
IBM InfoSphere Information Server 11.7.0.0 through 11.7.1.6 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
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Published
2026-03-25
Last Modified
2026-03-26
Generated
2026-06-16
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2026-03-26
EPSS Evaluated
2026-06-15
NVD
CVE-2026-2483
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Vendor Product Version / Range
ibm infosphere_information_server From 11.7.0.0 (inc) to 11.7.1.6 (inc)
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CWE ID Description
CWE-79 The product does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes user-controllable input before it is placed in output that is used as a web page that is served to other users.
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Impact Analysis

The vulnerability can impact you by allowing attackers to execute arbitrary JavaScript code in your web session with IBM InfoSphere Information Server.

This can lead to altered functionality of the web interface and potentially result in the disclosure of your credentials during a trusted session.

The CVSS score of 5.4 indicates a moderate severity with low attack complexity but requiring some user interaction and privileges.

Executive Summary

CVE-2026-2483 is a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in IBM InfoSphere Information Server versions 11.7.0.0 through 11.7.1.6.

This vulnerability allows attackers to inject arbitrary JavaScript code into the web user interface, which can alter the intended functionality of the application.

As a result, this can potentially lead to the disclosure of user credentials within a trusted session.

Mitigation Strategies

To mitigate the CVE-2026-2483 vulnerability in IBM InfoSphere Information Server, you should apply the fixes provided in APAR DT462239.

Alternatively, upgrade to versions 11.7.1.0, 11.7.1.6, or apply the 11.7.1.6 Service Pack 2.

Currently, there are no workarounds or other mitigations available.

Compliance Impact

The provided information does not explicitly address how the CVE-2026-2483 vulnerability affects compliance with common standards and regulations such as GDPR or HIPAA.

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