CVE-2006-2430
First published: Wed May 17 2006(Updated: )
IBM WebSphere Application Server 5.0.2 and earlier, 5.1.1 and earlier, and 6.0.2 up to 6.0.2.7 records user credentials in plaintext in addNode.log, which allows attackers to gain privileges.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services | =5.0.0 | |
| IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services | =6.0.2.1 | |
| IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services | =6.0.2.5 | |
| IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services | =5.1.1 | |
| IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services | =5.1.0 | |
| IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services | =5.0.1 | |
| IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services | =6.0.2.6 | |
| IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services | =6.0.2.2 | |
| IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services | =6.0.2 | |
| IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services | =6.0.2.4 | |
| IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services | =6.0.2.7 | |
| IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services | =6.0.2.3 | |
| IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services | =5.0.2 |
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Reference Links
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2006-05/0175.html
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/search.wss?rs=0&q=PK16492&apar=only
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?rs=0&dc=DB550&q1=PK16492&uid=swg1PK22416&loc=en_US&cs=utf-8&lang=
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?rs=180&uid=swg24011773
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?rs=180&uid=swg24012009
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?rs=180&uid=swg24012064
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20032
- http://www.osvdb.org/25372
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/910
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/1736
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-2430?
CVE-2006-2430 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2006-2430?
To fix CVE-2006-2430, upgrade to a patched version of IBM WebSphere Application Server that does not record user credentials in plaintext.
Which versions of IBM WebSphere Application Server are affected by CVE-2006-2430?
CVE-2006-2430 affects IBM WebSphere Application Server versions 5.0.2 and earlier, 5.1.1 and earlier, and 6.0.2 through 6.0.2.7.
What action should I take if I am using an affected version of IBM WebSphere Application Server related to CVE-2006-2430?
If using an affected version, it is recommended to upgrade to a secure version as soon as possible to mitigate the risk.
Is there any specific impact caused by CVE-2006-2430?
The specific impact of CVE-2006-2430 includes exposing user credentials in plaintext, allowing unauthorized access and privilege escalation.
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