What is the severity of CVE-2018-1621?

CVE-2018-1621 is rated as a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential exposure of sensitive information.

How do I fix CVE-2018-1621?

To mitigate CVE-2018-1621, update your IBM WebSphere Application Server to a patched version that addresses the handling of datasource custom properties.

Who is affected by CVE-2018-1621?

CVE-2018-1621 affects local users of IBM WebSphere Application Server versions 7.0, 8.0, 8.5, and 9.0 who can access trace files.

What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2018-1621?

CVE-2018-1621 can be exploited by local attackers who gain access to trace files to obtain clear text passwords.

Is there a workaround for CVE-2018-1621?

As a temporary workaround for CVE-2018-1621, restrict access to trace files and review datasource configurations to limit exposure.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2018-1621

medium

6.7

CWE

312

6/7/2018

17/9/2024

CVE-2018-1621

First published: Fri Jul 06 2018(Updated: )

IBM WebSphere Application Server 7.0, 8.0, 8.5, and 9.0 could allow a local attacker to obtain clear text password in a trace file caused by improper handling of some datasource custom properties. IBM X-Force ID: 144346.

Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
IBM WebSphere Application Server	=7.0.0.0
IBM WebSphere Application Server	=8.0.0.0
IBM WebSphere Application Server	=8.5.0.0
IBM WebSphere Application Server	=9.0.0.0

Remedy

http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg22016821

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-1621?
CVE-2018-1621 is rated as a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential exposure of sensitive information.
How do I fix CVE-2018-1621?
To mitigate CVE-2018-1621, update your IBM WebSphere Application Server to a patched version that addresses the handling of datasource custom properties.
Who is affected by CVE-2018-1621?
CVE-2018-1621 affects local users of IBM WebSphere Application Server versions 7.0, 8.0, 8.5, and 9.0 who can access trace files.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2018-1621?
CVE-2018-1621 can be exploited by local attackers who gain access to trace files to obtain clear text passwords.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2018-1621?
As a temporary workaround for CVE-2018-1621, restrict access to trace files and review datasource configurations to limit exposure.

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