CVE-2017-1550: Medium severity ibm sterling file gateway vulnerability
Published Dec 11, 2017
·Updated
IBM Sterling File Gateway 2.2 could allow an authenticated user to change other user's passwords. IBM X-Force ID: 131290.
Affected Software
1 affected component
IBM Sterling File Gateway=2.2
Event History
Dec 11, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2017-1550?
CVE-2017-1550 has a medium severity level as it allows authenticated users to change other users' passwords.
2
How do I fix CVE-2017-1550?
To fix CVE-2017-1550, upgrade IBM Sterling File Gateway to a version that addresses this vulnerability.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2017-1550?
Users of IBM Sterling File Gateway version 2.2 are affected by CVE-2017-1550.
4
Can CVE-2017-1550 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2017-1550 requires authentication, so it cannot be exploited remotely.
5
What are the potential consequences of CVE-2017-1550?
Exploitation of CVE-2017-1550 could lead to unauthorized access to user accounts through password changes.