CVE-2023-25686
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.17%
Last modified
CVE-2023-25686 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM Security Guardium Key Lifecycle Manager 3.0, 3.0.1, 4.0, 4.1, and 4.1.1 stores user credentials in plain clear text which can be read by a local user. IBM X-Force ID: 247601.. EPSS estimates a 0.17% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM Security Guardium Key Lifecycle Manager 3.0, 3.0.1, 4.0, 4.1, and 4.1.1 stores user credentials in plain clear text which can be read by a local user. IBM X-Force ID: 247601.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Security Key Lifecycle Manager | 3.0 |
| Ibm | Security Key Lifecycle Manager | 3.0.1 |
| Ibm | Security Key Lifecycle Manager | 4.0 |
| Ibm | Security Key Lifecycle Manager | 4.1 |
| Ibm | Security Key Lifecycle Manager | 4.1.1 |
References
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/247601VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6962729Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/247601VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6962729Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-25686?
IBM Security Guardium Key Lifecycle Manager 3.0, 3.0.1, 4.0, 4.1, and 4.1.1 stores user credentials in plain clear text which can be read by a local user. IBM X-Force ID: 247601.
How severe is CVE-2023-25686?
CVE-2023-25686 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.17% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-25686?
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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