CVE-2018-1545
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 0.97%
Last modified
CVE-2018-1545 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM Tivoli Storage Manager (IBM Spectrum Protect 7.1 and 8.1) uses weaker than expected cryptographic algorithms that could allow an attacker to decrypt highly sensitive information. IBM X-Force ID: 142649.. EPSS estimates a 0.97% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM Tivoli Storage Manager (IBM Spectrum Protect 7.1 and 8.1) uses weaker than expected cryptographic algorithms that could allow an attacker to decrypt highly sensitive information. IBM X-Force ID: 142649.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Spectrum Protect Client | >= 7.1.0.0, <= 7.1.8.2 |
| Ibm | Spectrum Protect Client | >= 8.1.0.0, <= 8.1.4.1 |
| Ibm | Spectrum Protect For Virtual Environments | >= 7.1.0.0, <= 7.1.8.0 |
| Ibm | Spectrum Protect For Virtual Environments | >= 7.1.0.0, <= 7.1.8.2 |
| Ibm | Spectrum Protect For Virtual Environments | >= 8.1.0.0, <= 8.1.4.0 |
| Ibm | Spectrum Protect For Virtual Environments | >= 8.1.0.0, <= 8.1.4.1 |
| Ibm | Spectrum Protect Client | >= 8.1.0.0, <= 8.1.4.2 |
References
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=ibm10718013Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/142649VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=ibm10718013Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/142649VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-1545?
IBM Tivoli Storage Manager (IBM Spectrum Protect 7.1 and 8.1) uses weaker than expected cryptographic algorithms that could allow an attacker to decrypt highly sensitive information. IBM X-Force ID: 142649.
How severe is CVE-2018-1545?
CVE-2018-1545 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.97% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-1545?
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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