CVE-2014-0842

Name: CVE-2014-0842
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2014-02-26T01:29:36.717+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.17%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2014-0842 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The account-creation functionality in IBM Rational Focal Point 6.4.x and 6.5.x before 6.5.2.3 and 6.6.x before 6.6.1 places the new user's default password within the creation page, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information by reading the HTML source code.. EPSS estimates a 1.17% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The account-creation functionality in IBM Rational Focal Point 6.4.x and 6.5.x before 6.5.2.3 and 6.6.x before 6.6.1 places the new user's default password within the creation page, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information by reading the HTML source code.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.17%

63.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-255

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Rational Focal Point	6.4
Ibm	Rational Focal Point	6.4.0.1
Ibm	Rational Focal Point	6.4.1.0
Ibm	Rational Focal Point	6.4.1.1
Ibm	Rational Focal Point	6.4.1.2
Ibm	Rational Focal Point	6.4.1.3
Ibm	Rational Focal Point	6.5
Ibm	Rational Focal Point	6.5.0.1
Ibm	Rational Focal Point	6.5.0.2
Ibm	Rational Focal Point	6.5.1
Ibm	Rational Focal Point	6.5.1.1
Ibm	Rational Focal Point	6.5.2
Ibm	Rational Focal Point	6.5.2.1
Ibm	Rational Focal Point	6.5.2.2
Ibm	Rational Focal Point	6.5.2.3
Ibm	Rational Focal Point	6.6
Ibm	Rational Focal Point	6.6.0.1

References

http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21665005Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/90706
http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21665005Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/90706

Timeline

Published: Feb 26, 2014
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2014-0842?

How severe is CVE-2014-0842?

Severity scoring for CVE-2014-0842 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.17% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2014-0842?

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