CVE-2025-31976: HCL BigFix Service Management (SM) is vulnerable to insufficiently protected credentials
HCL BigFix Service Management (SM) is vulnerable to insufficiently protected credentials for a short duration while communicating with a backend, internal application which could allow an attacker to potentially misuse them, if exfiltrated. .
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Compensating control
Ensure the credentials used by HCL BigFix Service Management (SM) during short-duration backend/internal application communications are adequately protected (e.g., restrict and secure the communication path so exfiltration is prevented).
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-31976?
CVE-2025-31976 has been classified as a moderate severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2025-31976?
To fix CVE-2025-31976, update HCL BigFix Service Management to the latest version where the credentials are adequately protected.
What affects CVE-2025-31976?
CVE-2025-31976 affects the HCL BigFix Service Management software.
Can CVE-2025-31976 lead to data breaches?
Yes, CVE-2025-31976 may allow attackers to exploit insufficiently protected credentials, potentially leading to unauthorized access.
Is CVE-2025-31976 an easy vulnerability to exploit?
The exploitation of CVE-2025-31976 requires an attacker to have access to the internal communication between the application and the backend.