Vulnerability Description
IBM WebSphere Application Server 7.0, 8.0, 8.5, and 9.0 is vulnerable to HTTP response splitting attacks. A remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability using specially-crafted URL to cause the server to return a split response, once the URL is clicked. This would allow the attacker to perform further attacks, such as Web cache poisoning, cross-site scripting, and possibly obtain sensitive information. IBM X-Force ID: 129578.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Websphere Application Server | 7.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg22006815Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/101234Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039521Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/129578VDB EntryVendor Advisory
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg22006815Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/101234Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039521Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/129578VDB EntryVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-1503?
CVE-2017-1503 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.1 (MEDIUM). IBM WebSphere Application Server 7.0, 8.0, 8.5, and 9.0 is vulnerable to HTTP response splitting attacks. A remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability using specially-crafted URL to cause the se...
How severe is CVE-2017-1503?
CVE-2017-1503 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2017-1503?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ibm Websphere Application Server.