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CVE-2006-2436

UnknownEPSS 1.98%

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CVE-2006-2436 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. WebSphere Application Server 5.0.2 (or any earlier cumulative fix) stores admin and LDAP passwords in plaintext in the FFDC logs when a login to WebSphere fails, which allows attackers to gain privileges.. EPSS estimates a 1.98% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

WebSphere Application Server 5.0.2 (or any earlier cumulative fix) stores admin and LDAP passwords in plaintext in the FFDC logs when a login to WebSphere fails, which allows attackers to gain privileges.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
1.98%

78.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
IbmWebsphere Application Server5.0.0
IbmWebsphere Application Server5.0.1
IbmWebsphere Application Server5.0.2

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2006-2436?
WebSphere Application Server 5.0.2 (or any earlier cumulative fix) stores admin and LDAP passwords in plaintext in the FFDC logs when a login to WebSphere fails, which allows attackers to gain privileges.
How severe is CVE-2006-2436?
Severity scoring for CVE-2006-2436 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.98% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2006-2436?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST