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CVE-2023-33838: IBM Security Verify Governance information disclosure

First published: Fri Oct 04 2024(Updated: )

IBM Security Verify Governance 10.0.2 Identity Manager uses a one-way cryptographic hash against an input that should not be reversible, such as a password, but the product does not also use a salt as part of the input.

Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
IBM Security Verify Governance - Identity Manager<=ISVG 10.0.2
=10.0.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2023-33838?

    CVE-2023-33838 is rated as a moderate severity vulnerability due to inadequate password hashing mechanisms.

  • How do I fix CVE-2023-33838?

    To mitigate CVE-2023-33838, upgrade to a version of IBM Security Verify Governance that implements proper salting in password hashing.

  • What versions are affected by CVE-2023-33838?

    CVE-2023-33838 affects IBM Security Verify Governance version 10.0.2 and earlier.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-33838?

    CVE-2023-33838 is a cryptographic vulnerability related to password hashing without salting.

  • Is my data at risk due to CVE-2023-33838?

    Yes, if you are using IBM Security Verify Governance 10.0.2 or earlier, your data may be at risk due to compromised password security.

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