CVE-2014-6098: Medium severity ibm security identity manager vulnerability

Published Nov 18, 2014
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Updated

IBM Security Identity Manager 6.x before 6.0.0.3 IF14 allows remote attackers to discover cleartext passwords via a crafted request.

Affected Software

4 affected components
IBM Security Identity Manager=6.0.0.0
IBM Security Identity Manager=6.0.0.1
IBM Security Identity Manager=6.0.0.2
IBM Security Identity Manager=6.0.0.3

Event History

Nov 18, 2014
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2014-6098?

CVE-2014-6098 has a medium severity rating due to its potential to expose cleartext passwords.

2

How do I fix CVE-2014-6098?

To fix CVE-2014-6098, upgrade to IBM Security Identity Manager version 6.0.0.3 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2014-6098?

CVE-2014-6098 affects users of IBM Security Identity Manager versions 6.0.0.0 through 6.0.0.2.

4

What type of attack does CVE-2014-6098 allow?

CVE-2014-6098 allows remote attackers to discover cleartext passwords through crafted requests.

5

When was CVE-2014-6098 disclosed?

CVE-2014-6098 was disclosed in 2014, highlighting vulnerabilities in earlier versions of IBM Security Identity Manager.

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