CVE-2026-12163: CWE-79 Improper neutralization of input during web page generation ('cross-site scripting') in Fortra File Integrity Monitoring (FIM)
Fortra File Integrity Monitoring (FIM), formerly Tripwire Enterprise, versions prior to 9.4.0.1 contain a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the Asset View UI component. An authenticated user with sufficient privileges to create or modify affected node or database configuration fields could store script content that may be rendered as HTML instead of safely escaped text when the affected Asset View UI content is displayed.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-12163 is a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Fortra File Integrity Monitoring (FIM), formerly known as Tripwire Enterprise. The issue exists in the Asset View UI component where input is not properly neutralized during web page generation. Authenticated users with privileges to create or modify specific node or database configuration fields can inject script content that is stored and later rendered as HTML instead of escaped text, potentially leading to script execution in the context of other users viewing the affected UI. The vulnerability affects versions prior to 9.4.0.1. No official patch or remediation level has been published by the vendor as of the data provided.
Potential Impact
An attacker with authenticated access and sufficient privileges can inject malicious scripts that are stored and executed in the context of the web application UI. This could lead to limited confidentiality and integrity impacts, such as theft of session information or unauthorized actions within the application UI. There is no indication of availability impact. The CVSS vector indicates network attack vector, low attack complexity, high privileges required, no user interaction, and scope change.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no official fix or remediation level is provided, users should restrict privileges to trusted administrators only and monitor for suspicious activity related to configuration changes in the Asset View UI. Avoid exposing the affected UI to untrusted users. Follow vendor communications for updates on patches or official mitigations.
CVE-2026-12163: CWE-79 Improper neutralization of input during web page generation ('cross-site scripting') in Fortra File Integrity Monitoring (FIM)
Description
Fortra File Integrity Monitoring (FIM), formerly Tripwire Enterprise, versions prior to 9.4.0.1 contain a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the Asset View UI component. An authenticated user with sufficient privileges to create or modify affected node or database configuration fields could store script content that may be rendered as HTML instead of safely escaped text when the affected Asset View UI content is displayed.
CVSS v3.1
Score 5.5medium
Affected software
Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-12163 is a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Fortra File Integrity Monitoring (FIM), formerly known as Tripwire Enterprise. The issue exists in the Asset View UI component where input is not properly neutralized during web page generation. Authenticated users with privileges to create or modify specific node or database configuration fields can inject script content that is stored and later rendered as HTML instead of escaped text, potentially leading to script execution in the context of other users viewing the affected UI. The vulnerability affects versions prior to 9.4.0.1. No official patch or remediation level has been published by the vendor as of the data provided.
Potential Impact
An attacker with authenticated access and sufficient privileges can inject malicious scripts that are stored and executed in the context of the web application UI. This could lead to limited confidentiality and integrity impacts, such as theft of session information or unauthorized actions within the application UI. There is no indication of availability impact. The CVSS vector indicates network attack vector, low attack complexity, high privileges required, no user interaction, and scope change.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no official fix or remediation level is provided, users should restrict privileges to trusted administrators only and monitor for suspicious activity related to configuration changes in the Asset View UI. Avoid exposing the affected UI to untrusted users. Follow vendor communications for updates on patches or official mitigations.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Fortra
- Date Reserved
- 2026-06-12T19:31:33.795Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a3b078deed863c81eb5d23f
Added to database: 06/23/2026, 22:24:13 UTC
Last enriched: 06/30/2026, 23:15:22 UTC
Last updated: 08/08/2026, 00:41:10 UTC
Views: 78
Community Reviews
0 reviewsCrowdsource mitigation strategies, share intel context, and vote on the most helpful responses. Sign in to add your voice and help keep defenders ahead.
Want to contribute mitigation steps or threat intel context? Sign in or create an account to join the community discussion.
Actions
Updates to AI analysis require Pro Console access. Upgrade inside Console → Billing.
External Links
Need more coverage?
Upgrade to Pro Console for AI refresh and higher limits.
For incident response and remediation, OffSeq services can help resolve threats faster.
Latest Threats
Check if your credentials are on the dark web
Instant breach scanning across billions of leaked records. Free tier available.