CVE-2021-29683: Medium severity ibm security identity manager vulnerability

Published May 18, 2021
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Updated

IBM Security Identity Manager 7.0.2 stores user credentials in plain clear text which can be read by an authenticated user. IBM X-Force ID: 199998.

Other sources

IBM Security Identity Manager stores user credentials in plain clear text which can be read by an authenticated user.

IBM

Affected Software

7 affected components
IBM ISIM VA<=7.0.2
IBM ISIM VA<=7.0.1
IBM Security Identity Manager=7.0.2
IBM AIX
Linux Linux kernel
Microsoft Windows
Oracle Solaris

Event History

May 18, 2021
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
May 20, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:10 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:10 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-29683?

CVE-2021-29683 is a vulnerability in IBM Security Identity Manager 7.0.2 that allows an authenticated user to read user credentials stored in plaintext.

2

How severe is CVE-2021-29683?

CVE-2021-29683 has a severity score of 6.5, which is considered medium.

3

What software versions are affected by CVE-2021-29683?

CVE-2021-29683 affects IBM Security Identity Manager 7.0.2.

4

How can I fix CVE-2021-29683?

To fix CVE-2021-29683, upgrade to a version of IBM Security Identity Manager that does not have the vulnerability.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-29683?

For more information about CVE-2021-29683, you can visit the IBM X-Force Exchange website or refer to IBM's support pages.

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