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CVE-2016-2878 affects older IBM QRadar SIEM releases. A remote attacker could abuse a logged-in user's browser to submit unwanted QRadar requests that insert cross-site scripting content. The business concern is manipulation of a security monitoring platform and potential follow-on user-session impact. Exposure is likely limited to organizations still running IBM QRadar SIEM 7.1 before MR2 Patch 13 or 7.2 before 7.2.7, especially where the QRadar web interface is reachable by users who can be targeted through a browser. Treat this as a targeted remediation item for legacy QRadar environments. It is not confirmed exploited in the supplied evidence, but QRadar is a high-value security platform, so outdated exposed consoles deserve prompt validation and upgrade planning. Mitigation focus: Check IBM guidance for the applicable fixed QRadar release.; Upgrade QRadar 7.1 to at least MR2 Patch 13 if still used.; Upgrade QRadar 7.2 to at least 7.2.7 if still used..
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