CVE-2017-1504

Description

IBM WebSphere Application Server version 9.0.0.4 could provide weaker than expected security after using the PasswordUtil command to enable AES password encryption. IBM X-Force ID: 129579.

6.5

CVSS

Severity: Medium

CVSS 3.0 •

CVSS 2.0 •

EPSS 0.16%

Vendor Advisory ibm.com Vendor Advisory ibmcloud.com

Affected: IBM WebSphere Application Server

References

Link	Tags
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/100137	vdb entry
http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg22006803	permissions required vendor advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/129579	vdb entry vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-1504?: CVE-2017-1504 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-1504?: To fix CVE-2017-1504, 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-2017-1504 being actively exploited in the wild?: As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2017-1504 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-2017-1504?: CVE-2017-1504 affects IBM WebSphere Application Server.

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