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CVE-2008-5328

UnknownEPSS 1.44%

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CVE-2008-5328 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The ClearQuest Maintenance Tool in IBM Rational ClearQuest before 7 stores the database password in cleartext in an object in a ClearQuest connection profile or export file, which allows remote authenticated users to obtain sensitive information by locating the password object within the object tree during an import process.. EPSS estimates a 1.44% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The ClearQuest Maintenance Tool in IBM Rational ClearQuest before 7 stores the database password in cleartext in an object in a ClearQuest connection profile or export file, which allows remote authenticated users to obtain sensitive information by locating the password object within the object tree during an import process.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
1.44%

69.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
IbmRational Clearquest<= 7.0.0.3
IbmRational Clearquest7.0.0.0
IbmRational Clearquest7.0.0.1
IbmRational Clearquest7.0.0.2
IbmRational Clearquest7.0.1
IbmRational Clearquest7.0.1.1
IbmRational Clearquest7.0.1.2

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-5328?
The ClearQuest Maintenance Tool in IBM Rational ClearQuest before 7 stores the database password in cleartext in an object in a ClearQuest connection profile or export file, which allows remote authenticated users to obtain sensitive information by locating the password object within the object tree during an import process.
How severe is CVE-2008-5328?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-5328 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.44% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-5328?
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