CVE-2011-4889

Description

The javax.naming.directory.AttributeInUseException class in the Virtual Member Manager in IBM WebSphere Application Server (WAS) 6.1 before 6.1.0.43, 7.0 before 7.0.0.21, and 8.0 before 8.0.0.2 does not properly update passwords on a configuration using Tivoli Directory Server, which might allow remote attackers to gain access to an application by leveraging knowledge of an old password. IBM X-Force ID: 72581.

Category

9.8
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.86% Top 30%
Vendor Advisory ibmcloud.com Vendor Advisory ibm.com
Affected: n/a n/a
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www-304.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21587015 vendor advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/72581 vdb entry vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2011-4889?
CVE-2011-4889 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2011-4889?
To fix CVE-2011-4889, 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-2011-4889 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2011-4889 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
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