CVE-2016-0332: Critical severity ibm security identity manager virtual appliance vulnerability

Published Jan 12, 2018
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Updated

IBM Security Identity Manager (ISIM) Virtual Appliance 7.0.0.0 through 7.0.1.0 before 7.0.1-ISS-SIM-FP0001 do not properly restrict failed login attempts, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain access via a brute-force approach. IBM X-Force ID: 111695.

Affected Software

5 affected components
IBM Security Identity Manager Virtual Appliance=7.0.0.0
IBM Security Identity Manager Virtual Appliance=7.0.0.1
IBM Security Identity Manager Virtual Appliance=7.0.0.2
IBM Security Identity Manager Virtual Appliance=7.0.0.3
IBM Security Identity Manager Virtual Appliance=7.0.1.0

Event History

Jan 12, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this IBM Security Identity Manager (ISIM) Virtual Appliance vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID for this IBM Security Identity Manager (ISIM) Virtual Appliance vulnerability is CVE-2016-0332.

2

What is the severity level of CVE-2016-0332?

The severity level of CVE-2016-0332 is critical.

3

What are the affected versions of IBM Security Identity Manager Virtual Appliance for this vulnerability?

The affected versions of IBM Security Identity Manager Virtual Appliance for this vulnerability are 7.0.0.0, 7.0.0.1, 7.0.0.2, 7.0.0.3, and 7.0.1.0.

4

How can remote attackers exploit this vulnerability?

Remote attackers can exploit this vulnerability by using a brute-force approach to obtain access.

5

Are there any references available for this vulnerability?

Yes, there are references available for this vulnerability. You can find them at the following URLs: [http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21981438](http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21981438) and [https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/111695](https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/111695).

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