CVE-2026-14515

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Cross-Site Scripting in IBM WebSphere Application Server

Publication date: 2026-07-28

Last updated on: 2026-07-28

Assigner: IBM Corporation

Description

IBM WebSphere Application Server 8.5, and 9.0 traditional could allow a remote attacker to conduct a cross-site scripting attack.

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Published

2026-07-28

Last Modified

2026-07-28

Generated

2026-07-29

AI Q&A

2026-07-29

EPSS Evaluated

N/A

NVD

CVE-2026-14515

Affected Vendors & Products

Vendor	Product	Version / Range
ibm	websphere_application_server	8.5
ibm	websphere_application_server	9.0

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Exploitability

CWE

KEV

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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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is a cross-site scripting (XSS) attack in IBM WebSphere Application Server versions 8.5 and 9.0. It allows a remote attacker to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by users, potentially stealing data or performing unauthorized actions.

Detection Guidance

Detecting this vulnerability requires checking for cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities in IBM WebSphere Application Server 8.5 and 9.0. Monitor web application logs for unusual input patterns or script tags. Use tools like OWASP ZAP or Burp Suite to scan for XSS vulnerabilities in web applications hosted on WebSphere.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to steal sensitive information like session cookies, credentials, or personal data from users interacting with the affected WebSphere server. It may also enable phishing attacks or defacement of web pages.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to personal data, violating GDPR and HIPAA requirements for data protection and confidentiality. Organizations may face fines or penalties for failing to address such risks.

Mitigation Strategies

Apply the latest security patches from IBM for WebSphere Application Server 8.5 and 9.0. Implement input validation and output encoding in web applications. Configure Content Security Policy (CSP) headers to mitigate XSS risks. Restrict user input to trusted sources and sanitize all dynamic content.

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