CVE-2016-5960

Description

IBM Security Privileged Identity Manager 2.0.2 and 2.1.0 stores user credentials in plain in clear text which can be read by a local user. IBM X-Force ID: 116171.

Category

5.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.06%
Vendor Advisory ibm.com Vendor Advisory ibmcloud.com
Affected: IBM Security Privileged Identity Manager
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/116171 vdb entry vendor advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98825 vdb entry third party advisory
http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg22003092 vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-5960?
CVE-2016-5960 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2016-5960?
To fix CVE-2016-5960, 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-2016-5960 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2016-5960 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-2016-5960?
CVE-2016-5960 affects IBM Security Privileged Identity Manager.
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