CVE-2018-1959

Name: CVE-2018-1959
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2019-01-24T16:29:00.253+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.25%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-1959 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. IBM Security Identity Manager 7.0.1 Virtual Appliance contains hard-coded credentials, such as a password or cryptographic key, which it uses for its own inbound authentication, outbound communication to external components, or encryption of internal data. IBM X-Force ID: 153633.. EPSS estimates a 0.25% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

IBM Security Identity Manager 7.0.1 Virtual Appliance contains hard-coded credentials, such as a password or cryptographic key, which it uses for its own inbound authentication, outbound communication to external components, or encryption of internal data. IBM X-Force ID: 153633.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.25%

16.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-798

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Security Identity Manager	>= 7.0.1, <= 7.0.1.10

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/106726Third Party Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/153633VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
https://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=ibm10796380Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/106726Third Party Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/153633VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
https://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=ibm10796380Patch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jan 24, 2019
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-1959?

How severe is CVE-2018-1959?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-1959 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.25% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-1959?

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