CVE-2025-33079: IBM Controller information disclosure

Published May 26, 2025
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Updated

IBM Controller 11.0.0, 11.0.1, and 11.1.0 application could allow an authenticated user to obtain sensitive credentials that may be inadvertently included within the source code.

Other sources

IBM Controller application could allow an authenticated user to obtain sensitive credentials that may be inadvertently included within the source code.

IBM

Affected Software

6 affected components
IBM Controller>=11.0.0<=11.1.0
IBM Controller<=11.1.0
IBM Cognos Controller<=11.0.0 - 11.0.1
IBM Cognos Controller=11.0.0
IBM Cognos Controller=11.0.1
IBM Controller=11.1.0

Remediation

Information

It is strongly recommended that you apply the most recent security updates: IBM Controller 11.1.0 FP4 from Fix Central IBM Cognos Controller 11.0.1 FP5 from Fix Central

Event History

May 26, 2025
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
May 27, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:05 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:05 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-33079?

CVE-2025-33079 has been classified as a potential security vulnerability that may lead to exposure of sensitive credentials.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-33079?

To fix CVE-2025-33079, review your source code to ensure sensitive credentials are not exposed and update IBM Controller to the latest version.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2025-33079?

CVE-2025-33079 affects authenticated users of IBM Controller versions 11.0.0, 11.0.1, and 11.1.0.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-33079?

CVE-2025-33079 is a vulnerability that allows an authenticated user to access sensitive credentials inadvertently included in the source code.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2025-33079?

While a direct workaround is not specified, ensure that sensitive information is not embedded in your application's source code to mitigate risks associated with CVE-2025-33079.

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