CVE-2018-1475: Critical severity IBM BigFix Platform vulnerability

Published Apr 27, 2018
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Updated

IBM BigFix Platform 9.2 and 9.5 uses an inadequate account lockout setting that could allow a remote attacker to brute force account credentials. IBM X-Force ID: 140756.

Affected Software

2 affected components
IBM BigFix Platform>=9.2<=9.2.13
IBM BigFix Platform>=9.5<=9.5.8

Event History

Apr 27, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2018-1475?

CVE-2018-1475 has a medium severity rating due to its potential to allow remote attackers to brute force account credentials.

2

How do I fix CVE-2018-1475?

To fix CVE-2018-1475, you should update IBM BigFix Platform to a version beyond 9.2.13 or 9.5.8 that addresses the account lockout settings.

3

Which versions of IBM BigFix Platform are affected by CVE-2018-1475?

CVE-2018-1475 affects IBM BigFix Platform versions 9.2 and 9.5 up to 9.2.13 and 9.5.8.

4

What is the impact of CVE-2018-1475?

The impact of CVE-2018-1475 allows remote attackers to exploit inadequate lockout settings to gain unauthorized access.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2018-1475?

Implementing stronger account lockout policies can act as a temporary workaround for CVE-2018-1475 until a software update is applied.

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