CVE-2019-4698
First published: Tue Aug 11 2020(Updated: )
IBM Guardium Data Encryption (GDE) does not require that users should have strong passwords by default, which makes it easier for attackers to compromise user accounts.
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM Guardium Data Encryption | =3.0.0.2 | |
| Ibm Guardium For Cloud Key Management | <1.7.0 | |
| <=3.0.0.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID?
CVE-2019-4698
What is the severity of CVE-2019-4698?
The severity of CVE-2019-4698 is high with a severity value of 7.5.
What is affected by CVE-2019-4698?
IBM Guardium Data Encryption (GDE) versions up to and including 3.0.0.2 are affected by CVE-2019-4698.
How does CVE-2019-4698 impact user accounts?
CVE-2019-4698 makes it easier for attackers to compromise user accounts as IBM Guardium Data Encryption (GDE) 3.0.0.2 does not require strong passwords by default.
How can I fix CVE-2019-4698?
To fix CVE-2019-4698, users should ensure that strong passwords are used for IBM Guardium Data Encryption (GDE) accounts.
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