CVE-2017-1196

Description

IBM BigFix Compliance (TEMA SUAv1 SCA SCM) 1.9.70 does not require that users should have strong passwords by default, which makes it easier for attackers to compromise user accounts. IBM X-Force ID: 123671.

Category

9.8
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.31%
Vendor Advisory ibm.com Vendor Advisory ibmcloud.com
Affected: IBM Endpoint Manager for Security and Compliance
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg22004168 vendor advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98911 third party advisory vdb entry
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/123671 vdb entry vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-1196?
CVE-2017-1196 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-1196?
To fix CVE-2017-1196, 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-2017-1196 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2017-1196 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-2017-1196?
CVE-2017-1196 affects IBM Endpoint Manager for Security and Compliance.
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