CVE-2023-25686: IBM Security Key Lifecycle Manager information disclosure
IBM Security Guardium Key Lifecycle Manager 3.0, 3.0.1, 4.0, 4.1, and 4.1.1 stores user credentials in plain clear text which can be read by a local user. IBM X-Force ID: 247601.
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IBM Security Guardium Key Lifecycle Manager stores user credentials in plain clear text which can be read by a local user.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2023-25686?
The severity of CVE-2023-25686 is medium.
What is the impact of CVE-2023-25686?
CVE-2023-25686 allows a local user to read user credentials stored in plain clear text in IBM Security Guardium Key Lifecycle Manager.
Which versions of IBM Security Guardium Key Lifecycle Manager are affected by CVE-2023-25686?
Versions 3.0, 3.0.1, 4.0, 4.1, and 4.1.1 of IBM Security Guardium Key Lifecycle Manager are affected by CVE-2023-25686.
How can a local user exploit CVE-2023-25686?
A local user can exploit CVE-2023-25686 by reading user credentials stored in plain clear text in IBM Security Guardium Key Lifecycle Manager.
Is there a fix available for CVE-2023-25686?
To fix CVE-2023-25686, upgrade to a version of IBM Security Guardium Key Lifecycle Manager that does not store user credentials in plain clear text.