CVE-2013-4030: Medium severity IBM Integrated Management Module 2 vulnerability
Integrated Management Module (IMM) 2 1.00 through 2.00 on IBM System X and Flex System servers supports SSL cipher suites with short keys, which makes it easier for remote attackers to defeat cryptographic protection mechanisms via a brute-force attack against (1) SSL or (2) TLS traffic.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-4030?
CVE-2013-4030 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for brute-force attacks on weak SSL/TLS encryption.
How do I fix CVE-2013-4030?
To fix CVE-2013-4030, ensure that your IBM Integrated Management Module (IMM) firmware is updated to versions higher than 2.00, which disable weak cipher suites.
What systems are affected by CVE-2013-4030?
CVE-2013-4030 affects IBM System X and Flex System servers running IMM versions 1.00 through 2.00.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2013-4030?
CVE-2013-4030 can be exploited via remote brute-force attacks targeting SSL or TLS traffic.
Is it safe to ignore CVE-2013-4030 if my system is not directly exposed to the internet?
Ignoring CVE-2013-4030 is risky, as internal threats or compromised systems can still exploit this vulnerability.