7.5
CWE
327
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2017-1598

First published: Mon Dec 18 2017(Updated: )

IBM Security Guardium 10.0 Database Activity Monitor uses weaker than expected cryptographic algorithms that could allow an attacker to decrypt highly sensitive information. IBM X-Force ID: 132611.

Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
IBM InfoSphere Guardium z/OS=10.0
IBM InfoSphere Guardium z/OS=10.0.1
IBM InfoSphere Guardium z/OS=10.1.0
IBM InfoSphere Guardium z/OS=10.1.2
IBM InfoSphere Guardium z/OS=10.1.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2017-1598?

    CVE-2017-1598 has a medium severity rating due to the potential exposure of sensitive information.

  • How do I fix CVE-2017-1598?

    To fix CVE-2017-1598, upgrade to a patched version of IBM Security Guardium that employs stronger cryptographic algorithms.

  • What systems are affected by CVE-2017-1598?

    CVE-2017-1598 affects IBM Security Guardium versions 10.0, 10.0.1, 10.1.0, 10.1.2, and 10.1.3.

  • What type of information is at risk with CVE-2017-1598?

    CVE-2017-1598 puts highly sensitive information at risk due to the use of weak cryptographic algorithms.

  • Is it safe to use vulnerable versions of IBM Security Guardium?

    Using vulnerable versions of IBM Security Guardium is not safe as they may expose sensitive data to potential attackers.

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