CVE-2017-1411: High severity ibm security identity governance and intelligence vulnerability

Published Aug 6, 2018

Updated

IBM Security Identity Governance Virtual Appliance 5.2 through 5.2.3.2 does not require that users should have strong passwords by default, which makes it easier for attackers to compromise user accounts. IBM X-Force ID: 127399.

Affected Software

7 affected components

IBM Security Identity Governance and Intelligence=5.2

IBM Security Identity Governance and Intelligence=5.2.1

IBM Security Identity Governance and Intelligence=5.2.2

IBM Security Identity Governance and Intelligence=5.2.2.1

IBM Security Identity Governance and Intelligence=5.2.3

IBM Security Identity Governance and Intelligence=5.2.3.1

IBM Security Identity Governance and Intelligence=5.2.3.2

Remediation

Patch Available

http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg22016869

Event History

Aug 6, 2018

CVE Published

via MITRE·02:00 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·02:00 PM

DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-1411?

CVE-2017-1411 has a medium severity due to the lack of strong password requirements which can lead to account compromises.

How do I fix CVE-2017-1411?

To fix CVE-2017-1411, configure your IBM Security Identity Governance Virtual Appliance to enforce strong password policies.

Which versions of IBM Security Identity Governance are affected by CVE-2017-1411?

CVE-2017-1411 affects versions 5.2 through 5.2.3.2 of IBM Security Identity Governance.

Can attackers exploit CVE-2017-1411 easily?

Yes, attackers can exploit CVE-2017-1411 easily due to the absence of strong password requirements.

What type of risk does CVE-2017-1411 pose?

CVE-2017-1411 poses a risk of unauthorized access to user accounts and potential data breaches.