CVE-2026-8860
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CVE-2026-8860 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM Security Verify Directory 10.0.0 through 10.0.4 and IBM Verify Directory 11.0.0 accepts GET requests for authentication, allowing credentials to be passed as URL parameters. This causes passwords to be exposed in browser history and server logs.. EPSS estimates a 0.26% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM Security Verify Directory 10.0.0 through 10.0.4 and IBM Verify Directory 11.0.0 accepts GET requests for authentication, allowing credentials to be passed as URL parameters. This causes passwords to be exposed in browser history and server logs.
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Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| IBM | Security Verify Directory | >= 10.0.0, <= 10.0.4 |
| IBM | Verify Directory | 11.0.0 |
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- Status
- Awaiting Analysis
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