CVE-2014-0837: Medium severity IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager vulnerability

Published Jan 30, 2014
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Updated

The AutoUpdate process in IBM Security QRadar SIEM 7.2 MR1 and earlier does not verify X.509 certificates from SSL servers, which allows man-in-the-middle attackers to spoof servers via a crafted certificate.

Affected Software

1 affected component
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager<=7.2.0

Event History

Jan 30, 2014
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:17 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2014-0837?

CVE-2014-0837 is considered a critical vulnerability due to the potential for man-in-the-middle attacks against affected systems.

2

How do I fix CVE-2014-0837?

To fix CVE-2014-0837, upgrade to IBM Security QRadar SIEM version 7.2.1 or later, which includes the necessary security enhancements.

3

What versions are affected by CVE-2014-0837?

CVE-2014-0837 affects IBM Security QRadar SIEM version 7.2 MR1 and earlier.

4

What type of attack does CVE-2014-0837 allow?

CVE-2014-0837 allows attackers to perform man-in-the-middle attacks by spoofing servers with crafted certificates.

5

Is CVE-2014-0837 related to SSL security?

Yes, CVE-2014-0837 is related to SSL security as it involves the mishandling of X.509 certificate verification during the AutoUpdate process.

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