CVE-2014-4818: Infoleak
First published: Tue Feb 24 2015(Updated: )
dsmtca in the client in IBM Tivoli Storage Manager (TSM) 5.4.x, 5.5.x, 6.x before 6.4.3, and 7.1.x before 7.1.2 allows local users to discover the backup/restore encryption-key password via unspecified vectors.
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM Tivoli Storage Manager | =5.4.0 | |
| IBM Tivoli Storage Manager | =5.5 | |
| IBM Tivoli Storage Manager | =6.1 | |
| IBM Tivoli Storage Manager | =6.2 | |
| IBM Tivoli Storage Manager | =6.3 | |
| IBM Tivoli Storage Manager | =6.3.3 | |
| IBM Tivoli Storage Manager | =6.3.4 | |
| IBM Tivoli Storage Manager | =6.3.5 | |
| IBM Tivoli Storage Manager | =6.4 | |
| IBM Tivoli Storage Manager | =6.4.1 | |
| IBM Tivoli Storage Manager | =6.4.2 | |
| IBM Tivoli Storage Manager | =7.1 | |
| IBM Tivoli Storage Manager | =7.1.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-4818?
CVE-2014-4818 has a medium severity rating due to its potential impact on data confidentiality.
How do I fix CVE-2014-4818?
To fix CVE-2014-4818, upgrade your IBM Tivoli Storage Manager to version 6.4.3 or later.
Which versions of IBM Tivoli Storage Manager are affected by CVE-2014-4818?
CVE-2014-4818 affects IBM Tivoli Storage Manager versions 5.4.x, 5.5.x, 6.x before 6.4.3, and 7.1.x before 7.1.2.
What is the principal issue caused by CVE-2014-4818?
The principal issue caused by CVE-2014-4818 is that local users can discover the backup/restore encryption-key password.
Are there any known workarounds for CVE-2014-4818?
There are no official workarounds documented for CVE-2014-4818, and upgrading is the recommended solution.
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