CVE-2016-2879

Description

IBM QRadar 7.2 uses outdated hashing algorithms to hash certain passwords, which could allow a local user to obtain and decrypt user credentials. IBM Reference #: 1997341.

Category

7.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.02%
Vendor Advisory ibm.com
Affected: IBM Corporation QRadar SIEM
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21997341 patch vendor advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96502 vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-2879?
CVE-2016-2879 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2016-2879?
To fix CVE-2016-2879, 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-2016-2879 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2016-2879 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.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2016-2879?
CVE-2016-2879 affects IBM Corporation QRadar SIEM.
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