CVE-2018-1518: Weak Encryption
Published Oct 16, 2018
·Updated
IBM InfoSphere Information Server 11.7 is affected by a weak password encryption vulnerability that could allow a local user to obtain highly sensitive information. IBM X-Force ID: 141682.
Affected Software
2 affected components
IBM InfoSphere Information Server=11.7
IBM Infosphere Information Server On Cloud=11.7
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Oct 18, 2018
CVE Published
03:29 PM
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is CVE-2018-1518?
CVE-2018-1518 is a weak password encryption vulnerability in IBM InfoSphere Information Server 11.7.
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How does CVE-2018-1518 impact IBM InfoSphere Information Server?
CVE-2018-1518 can allow a local user to obtain highly sensitive information.
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What is the severity of CVE-2018-1518?
CVE-2018-1518 has a severity rating of medium with a CVSS score of 5.5.
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How can I fix CVE-2018-1518?
Apply the necessary updates or patches provided by IBM to address the weak password encryption vulnerability in IBM InfoSphere Information Server 11.7.
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Where can I find more information about CVE-2018-1518?
You can find more information about CVE-2018-1518 in the following references: IBM X-Force ID: 141682, IBM Support Document: [link].