What is the severity of CVE-2017-1201?

CVE-2017-1201 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to the exposure of user credentials.

How do I fix CVE-2017-1201?

To fix CVE-2017-1201, users should upgrade IBM BigFix Compliance Analytics to the latest version where the issue is resolved.

What impact does CVE-2017-1201 have on systems?

CVE-2017-1201 allows local users to read clear text stored credentials, potentially leading to unauthorized access.

Is there a workaround for CVE-2017-1201?

As a temporary measure, restricting local user access can help mitigate the risks associated with CVE-2017-1201.

Which versions of IBM BigFix are affected by CVE-2017-1201?

CVE-2017-1201 specifically affects IBM BigFix Compliance Analytics version 1.9.79.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2017-1201

high

7.8

CWE

522

5/10/2017

17/9/2024

CVE-2017-1201

First published: Thu Oct 05 2017(Updated: )

IBM BigFix Compliance Analytics 1.9.79 (TEMA SUAv1 SCA SCM) stores user credentials in clear text which can be read by a local user. IBM X-Force ID: 123676.

Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Ibm Bigfix Security Compliance Analytics	=1.9.79

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-1201?
CVE-2017-1201 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to the exposure of user credentials.
How do I fix CVE-2017-1201?
To fix CVE-2017-1201, users should upgrade IBM BigFix Compliance Analytics to the latest version where the issue is resolved.
What impact does CVE-2017-1201 have on systems?
CVE-2017-1201 allows local users to read clear text stored credentials, potentially leading to unauthorized access.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2017-1201?
As a temporary measure, restricting local user access can help mitigate the risks associated with CVE-2017-1201.
Which versions of IBM BigFix are affected by CVE-2017-1201?
CVE-2017-1201 specifically affects IBM BigFix Compliance Analytics version 1.9.79.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-1201?
CVE-2017-1201 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to the exposure of user credentials.
How do I fix CVE-2017-1201?
To fix CVE-2017-1201, users should upgrade IBM BigFix Compliance Analytics to the latest version where the issue is resolved.
What impact does CVE-2017-1201 have on systems?
CVE-2017-1201 allows local users to read clear text stored credentials, potentially leading to unauthorized access.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2017-1201?
As a temporary measure, restricting local user access can help mitigate the risks associated with CVE-2017-1201.
Which versions of IBM BigFix are affected by CVE-2017-1201?
CVE-2017-1201 specifically affects IBM BigFix Compliance Analytics version 1.9.79.