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IBM Aspera Faspex HTTP Header Injection Vulnerability Allowing Cross-Site Scripting, Cache Poisoning, and Session Hijacking

Vulnerability

A vulnerability in IBM Aspera Faspex versions 5.0.0 to 5.0.14.3 allows for HTTP header injection due to inadequate validation of HOST headers. This flaw could enable an attacker to perform various attacks on the affected system, such as cross-site scripting, cache poisoning, or session hijacking.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to HTTP header injection, allowing for cross-site scripting, cache poisoning, or session hijacking.

Remediation

Users are advised to upgrade to IBM Aspera Faspex version 5.0.15, available through the IBM Update Catalog.

Added: Mar 10, 2026, 8:53 PM
Updated: Mar 10, 2026, 8:53 PM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
1.9
impact
5.0
exploitability
5.2
remediation
7.7
relevance
3.7
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
0.0

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