What is the severity of CVE-2016-5997?

CVE-2016-5997 has a medium severity rating due to the lack of password-quality rules leading to potential security risks.

How do I fix CVE-2016-5997?

To fix CVE-2016-5997, upgrade to IBM Tealeaf Customer Experience version 8.7.1.8847 FP10 or later, or equivalent versions for 8.8 and 9.0.

What software versions are affected by CVE-2016-5997?

CVE-2016-5997 affects IBM Tealeaf Customer Experience versions 8.7 and lower, as well as specific 8.8 and 9.0 versions prior to their respective fixed levels.

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2016-5997?

The potential impact of CVE-2016-5997 includes increased risk of unauthorized access due to weak password enforcement.

Is there a workaround for CVE-2016-5997?

There are no direct workarounds for CVE-2016-5997; upgrading to an unaffected version is recommended.

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CVE-2016-5997

medium

6.5

CWE

640

26/9/2016

6/8/2024

CVE-2016-5997

First published: Mon Sep 26 2016(Updated: )

The web portal in IBM Tealeaf Customer Experience before 8.7.1.8847 FP10, 8.8 before 8.8.0.9049 FP9, 9.0.0 and 9.0.1 before 9.0.1.1117 FP5, 9.0.1A before 9.0.1.5108_9.0.1A FP5, 9.0.2 before 9.0.2.1223 FP3, and 9.0.2A before 9.0.2.5224_9.0.2A FP3 does not apply password-quality rules to password changes, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain access via a brute-force attack.

Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
IBM Tealeaf CX	<=8.7
IBM Tealeaf CX	=8.8
IBM Tealeaf CX	=9.0.0
IBM Tealeaf CX	=9.0.1
IBM Tealeaf CX	=9.0.1a
IBM Tealeaf CX	=9.0.2
IBM Tealeaf CX	=9.0.2a

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-5997?
CVE-2016-5997 has a medium severity rating due to the lack of password-quality rules leading to potential security risks.
How do I fix CVE-2016-5997?
To fix CVE-2016-5997, upgrade to IBM Tealeaf Customer Experience version 8.7.1.8847 FP10 or later, or equivalent versions for 8.8 and 9.0.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2016-5997?
CVE-2016-5997 affects IBM Tealeaf Customer Experience versions 8.7 and lower, as well as specific 8.8 and 9.0 versions prior to their respective fixed levels.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2016-5997?
The potential impact of CVE-2016-5997 includes increased risk of unauthorized access due to weak password enforcement.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2016-5997?
There are no direct workarounds for CVE-2016-5997; upgrading to an unaffected version is recommended.

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