CVE-2026-2483
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
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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-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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AI Powered Q&A
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
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.
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
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.
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
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.
How does this vulnerability affect compliance with common standards and regulations (like GDPR, HIPAA)?:
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.