CVE-2013-4031: Critical severity IBM BladeCenter vulnerability
The Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) implementation in Integrated Management Module (IMM) and Integrated Management Module II (IMM2) on IBM BladeCenter, Flex System, System x iDataPlex, and System x3### servers has a default password for the IPMI user account, which makes it easier for remote attackers to perform power-on, power-off, or reboot actions, or add or modify accounts, via unspecified vectors.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-4031?
CVE-2013-4031 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to the default password for the IPMI user account.
How do I fix CVE-2013-4031?
To mitigate CVE-2013-4031, change the default password for the IPMI user account immediately.
Which IBM systems are affected by CVE-2013-4031?
CVE-2013-4031 affects various IBM BladeCenter, Flex System, System x iDataPlex, and System x servers.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2013-4031?
CVE-2013-4031 is a credential management vulnerability related to the default IPMI user account.
Is CVE-2013-4031 being actively exploited?
There are no specific reports of active exploitation of CVE-2013-4031, but the presence of a default password poses security risks.