CVE-2025-1499: IBM InfoSphere Information Server information disclosure

Published May 31, 2025
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Updated

IBM InfoSphere DataStage stores credential information for database authentication in a cleartext parameter file that could be viewed by an authenticated user.

Other sources

IBM InfoSphere Information Server 11.7 stores credential information for database authentication in a cleartext parameter file that could be viewed by an authenticated user.

MITRE

Affected Software

3 affected componentsFixes available
IBM InfoSphere Information Server<=11.7
IBM InfoSphere Information Server=11.7
IBM Infosphere Information Server On Cloud=11.7

Remediation

Information

InfoSphere Information Server, InfoSphere Information Server on Cloud 11.7 DT423714 --Apply InfoSphere Information Server version 11.7.1.0 --Apply InfoSphere Information Server version 11.7.1.6 --Apply InfoSphere DataStage security patch

Event History

May 31, 2025
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Jun 1, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:30 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:30 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·12:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-1499?

CVE-2025-1499 has a medium severity rating due to its potential exposure of sensitive credential information.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-1499?

To fix CVE-2025-1499, apply the recommended patch provided by IBM for InfoSphere Information Server 11.7.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2025-1499?

CVE-2025-1499 affects authenticated users of IBM InfoSphere Information Server versions up to and including 11.7.

4

What kind of information is exposed in CVE-2025-1499?

CVE-2025-1499 exposes database authentication credentials that are stored in cleartext.

5

Why is CVE-2025-1499 a concern for cybersecurity?

CVE-2025-1499 is a concern because it allows authenticated users to view sensitive credentials, potentially leading to unauthorized database access.

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