CVE-2018-1946: Weak Encryption
First published: Thu Feb 21 2019(Updated: )
IBM Security Identity Governance and Intelligence 5.2 through 5.2.4.1 Virtual Appliance supports interaction between multiple actors and allows those actors to negotiate which algorithm should be used as a protection mechanism such as encryption or authentication, but it does not select the strongest algorithm that is available to both parties. IBM X-Force ID: 153388.
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM Security Identity Governance and Intelligence | >=5.2<=5.2.4.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-1946?
The severity of CVE-2018-1946 is high with a severity value of 7.5.
Which versions of IBM Security Identity Governance and Intelligence are affected by CVE-2018-1946?
IBM Security Identity Governance and Intelligence versions 5.2 through 5.2.4.1 are affected by CVE-2018-1946.
What is the vulnerability description of CVE-2018-1946?
CVE-2018-1946 is a vulnerability in IBM Security Identity Governance and Intelligence that allows multiple actors to negotiate an encryption or authentication algorithm, but it does not select the strongest mechanism.
How can I mitigate the vulnerability in CVE-2018-1946?
To mitigate the vulnerability in CVE-2018-1946, it is recommended to update IBM Security Identity Governance and Intelligence to a version that does not have the vulnerability.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2018-1946?
More information about CVE-2018-1946 can be found on the IBM X-Force Exchange website and the IBM support website.
- collector/nvd-index
- vendor/ibm
- canonical/ibm security identity governance and intelligence
- version/ibm security identity governance and intelligence/5.2
- version/ibm security identity governance and intelligence/5.2.4.1