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This is an authenticated cross-site scripting issue in several IBM Rational 6.x lifecycle management products. A logged-in remote user could inject script or HTML through unspecified paths. The practical risk is abuse inside an engineering or quality-management portal, potentially affecting users who view malicious content. Exposure is most likely in organizations still running IBM Rational 6.x instances below 6.0.1 iFix6. These systems are commonly internal, but any reachable authenticated portal may be affected if the vulnerable versions remain deployed. Treat as a targeted internal-application risk rather than an internet-wide emergency. Prioritize remediation where Rational systems hold sensitive engineering, requirements, testing, or project data, especially if many users or external partners have accounts. Mitigation focus: Upgrade affected IBM Rational 6.x products to 6.0.1 iFix6 or later.; Review IBM advisory swg21989940 for product-specific update guidance.; Inventory Rational CLM, RQM, RTC, DOORS NG, RELM, and Rhapsody Design Manager deployments..
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