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ALERT: Security vulnerability in XML Access of WebSphere Portal
 Flash (Alert)
 
Abstract
The following alert is meant to advise you of a security vulnerability discovered in IBM® WebSphere® Portal around the XmlAccess component which makes it possible for remote attackers over the network to bypass normal Portal server security. As WebSphere Portal is bundled with certain IBM Rational® products, you may need to take action and upgrade your Rational software components to resolve this issue.
 
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There are two WebSphere Flashes posted which are of interest to Rational clients using the following products:

* Rational Application Developer for WebSphere Software
* Rational Software Architect
* Rational Host Access Transformation Services

Review the flash alerts completely and take the necessary action to resolve this issue.

Contact WebSphere support if you have any questions or concerns about this defect.

WebSphere Flashes:

1. WebSphere Portal version 6.0 and 6.1:
Security vulnerability in XML Access (6.0 and 6.1)

2. WebSphere Portal version 5.1:
Security vulnerability in XML Access (5.1)

Do you need more help?

For additional assistance, contact IBM Rational Client Support:
Submit an Electronic Service Request (ESR)
 
 
Cross Reference information
Segment Product Component Platform Version Edition
Software DevelopmentRational Host Access Transformation ServicesGeneral
Software DevelopmentRational Software ArchitectGeneral information
Software DevelopmentRational Software Architect for WebSphereGeneral information
 
 

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Document information
 Product categories:
 Software
 Software Development
 Analysis, Modeling, Design & Construction
 Rational Software Architect
 General information
 Operating system(s):
  Linux, Windows
 Software version:
  6.0, 6.0.0.1, 6.0.1, 6.0.1.1, 6.0.1.2, 7.0, 7.0.0.1, 7.0.0.2, 7.0.0.3, 7.0.0.4, 7.0.0.5, 7.0.0.6, 7.0.0.7
 Reference #:
  1320556
 IBM Group:
 Software Group
 Modified date:
 2008-09-30

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