CVE-2018-6958

Description

VMware vRealize Automation (vRA) prior to 7.3.1 contains a vulnerability that may allow for a DOM-based cross-site scripting (XSS) attack. Exploitation of this issue may lead to the compromise of the vRA user's workstation.

Category

6.1
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.22%
Vendor Advisory vmware.com
Affected: VMware vRealize Automation
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/103752 vdb entry third party advisory
http://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2018-0009.html vendor advisory
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040676 vdb entry third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-6958?
CVE-2018-6958 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2018-6958?
To fix CVE-2018-6958, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2018-6958 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2018-6958 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2018-6958?
CVE-2018-6958 affects VMware vRealize Automation.
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