CVE-2013-2951

Name: CVE-2013-2951
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-07-11T16:29:00.393+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.37%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2013-2951 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. IBM WebSphere Portal 7.0.0.x and 8.0.0.x write passwords to a trace file when tracing is enabled for the Selfcare Portlet (Profile Management), which allows local users to obtain sensitive information by reading the file. IBM X-Force ID: 83621.. EPSS estimates a 0.37% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

IBM WebSphere Portal 7.0.0.x and 8.0.0.x write passwords to a trace file when tracing is enabled for the Selfcare Portlet (Profile Management), which allows local users to obtain sensitive information by reading the file. IBM X-Force ID: 83621.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.37%

28.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-255

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Websphere Portal	7.0.0.0
Ibm	Websphere Portal	7.0.0.1
Ibm	Websphere Portal	7.0.0.2
Ibm	Websphere Portal	8.0.0.0
Ibm	Websphere Portal	8.0.0.1

References

http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21642097Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/83621Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21642097Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/83621Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

Published: Jul 11, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2013-2951?

How severe is CVE-2013-2951?

Severity scoring for CVE-2013-2951 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.37% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2013-2951?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2013-2951?

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Source: NVD / NIST