CVE-2023-49883

Name: CVE-2023-49883
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2025-10-01T17:15:37.643+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 0.25%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2023-49883 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM Transformation Extender Advanced 10.0.1 does not require that users should have strong passwords by default, which makes it easier for attackers to compromise user accounts.. EPSS estimates a 0.25% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

IBM Transformation Extender Advanced 10.0.1 does not require that users should have strong passwords by default, which makes it easier for attackers to compromise user accounts.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.5/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N

EPSS Probability

0.25%

16.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-521

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Transformation Extender Advanced	10.0.1

References

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7246885Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Oct 1, 2025
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-49883?

IBM Transformation Extender Advanced 10.0.1 does not require that users should have strong passwords by default, which makes it easier for attackers to compromise user accounts.

How severe is CVE-2023-49883?

CVE-2023-49883 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.25% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2023-49883?

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-2023-49883?

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Source: NVD / NIST