7.8
CWE
522
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2017-1362

First published: Thu Sep 21 2017(Updated: )

IBM Security Identity Manager Adapters 6.0 and 7.0 stores user credentials in plain in clear text which can be read by a local user. IBM X-Force ID: 126801.

Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
IBM Security Identity Manager=6.0
IBM Security Identity Manager=7.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2017-1362?

    The severity of CVE-2017-1362 is considered high due to the exposure of user credentials in plain text.

  • How do I fix CVE-2017-1362?

    To fix CVE-2017-1362, upgrade to a version of IBM Security Identity Manager that addresses this vulnerability.

  • Which versions of IBM Security Identity Manager are affected by CVE-2017-1362?

    CVE-2017-1362 affects IBM Security Identity Manager versions 6.0 and 7.0.

  • What are the implications of CVE-2017-1362?

    The implications of CVE-2017-1362 include unauthorized access to user credentials by local users.

  • Can CVE-2017-1362 be exploited remotely?

    CVE-2017-1362 cannot be exploited remotely as it requires local access to the affected system.

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