CVE-2014-0890: Low severity IBM Sametime vulnerability
The Connect client in IBM Sametime 8.5.1, 8.5.1.1, 8.5.1.2, 8.5.2, 8.5.2.1, 9.0, and 9.0.0.1, when a certain com.ibm.collaboration.realtime.telephony..level setting is used, logs cleartext passwords during Audio/Video chat sessions, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information by reading a log file.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-0890?
CVE-2014-0890 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for exposing sensitive information.
How do I fix CVE-2014-0890?
To fix CVE-2014-0890, it is recommended to upgrade to a patched version of IBM Sametime that addresses this vulnerability.
What versions of IBM Sametime are affected by CVE-2014-0890?
CVE-2014-0890 affects IBM Sametime versions 8.5.1 to 9.0.0.1.
What type of information is leaked in CVE-2014-0890?
CVE-2014-0890 allows for the logging of cleartext passwords during Audio/Video chat sessions.
Who can exploit the CVE-2014-0890 vulnerability?
Local users can exploit CVE-2014-0890 to obtain sensitive information by reading the logs.