7.8
CWE
320
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2016-2880

First published: Wed Mar 01 2017(Updated: )

IBM QRadar 7.2 stores the encryption key used to encrypt the service account password which can be obtained by a local user. IBM Reference #: 1997340.

Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.2.0
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.2.1
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.2.2
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.2.3
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.2.4
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.2.5
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.2.6
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.2.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the vulnerability associated with CVE-2016-2880?

    CVE-2016-2880 describes a security flaw in IBM QRadar 7.2 that allows a local user to access the stored encryption key for the service account password.

  • What are the affected versions of IBM QRadar for CVE-2016-2880?

    The affected versions of IBM QRadar for CVE-2016-2880 include 7.2.0, 7.2.1, 7.2.2, 7.2.3, 7.2.4, 7.2.5, 7.2.6, and 7.2.7.

  • What is the severity level of CVE-2016-2880?

    CVE-2016-2880 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability.

  • How can I mitigate the risk of CVE-2016-2880?

    To mitigate the risk of CVE-2016-2880, it is recommended to update IBM QRadar to the latest version to ensure the encryption of sensitive information is secure.

  • Who can exploit CVE-2016-2880?

    CVE-2016-2880 can be exploited by any local user who has access to the system on which the affected IBM QRadar versions are installed.

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