CVE-2018-1785: Weak Encryption
First published: Wed Sep 26 2018(Updated: )
IBM Tivoli Storage Manager (IBM Spectrum Protect 7.1 and 8.1) uses weaker than expected cryptographic algorithms that could allow an attacker to decrypt sensitive information. IBM X-Force ID: 148870.
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM Spectrum Protect client | >=7.1.0.0<=7.1.8.3 | |
| IBM Spectrum Protect client | >=8.1.0.0<=8.1.4.1 | |
| Ibm Spectrum Protect For Virtual Environments | >=7.1.0.0<=7.1.8.0 | |
| Ibm Spectrum Protect For Virtual Environments | >=7.1.0.0<=7.1.8.2 | |
| Ibm Spectrum Protect For Virtual Environments | >=8.1.0.0<=8.1.4.0 | |
| Ibm Spectrum Protect For Virtual Environments | >=8.1.0.0<=8.1.4.1 | |
| IBM Spectrum Protect client | >=8.1.0.0<=8.1.4.2 | |
| Apple macOS |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this vulnerability is CVE-2018-1785.
What is the severity of CVE-2018-1785?
The severity of CVE-2018-1785 is high with a severity score of 7.5.
What is affected by CVE-2018-1785?
IBM Tivoli Storage Manager (IBM Spectrum Protect) versions 7.1 and 8.1 are affected by CVE-2018-1785.
What is the impact of CVE-2018-1785?
CVE-2018-1785 could allow an attacker to decrypt sensitive information.
How can I fix CVE-2018-1785?
To fix CVE-2018-1785, update to a version of IBM Tivoli Storage Manager (IBM Spectrum Protect) that uses stronger cryptographic algorithms, as recommended by IBM.
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