CVE-2007-6408

Description

IBM Tivoli Provisioning Manager Express provides unspecified information in error messages when (1) attempted duplication of a username occurs when creating an account or (2) when trying to login using a valid username, which makes it easier for remote attackers to enumerate usernames.

Category

5.0
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.29%
Third-Party Advisory securityreason.com
Affected: n/a n/a
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/484607/100/0/threaded mailing list
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/38866 vdb entry
http://securityreason.com/securityalert/3458 third party advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/26724 vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2007-6408?
CVE-2007-6408 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2007-6408?
To fix CVE-2007-6408, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2007-6408 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2007-6408 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
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