CVE Catalog

CVE-2017-1309

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

IBM InfoSphere Master Data Management Server versions 11.0 - 11.6 stores user credentials in plain text, which can be read by a local user.

Risk Assessment

Storing passwords in plain text poses a serious security risk as local users can access sensitive information.

Recommendation

It is recommended to implement encryption mechanisms for credential data and review the security policy regarding password storage.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

IBM InfoSphere Master Data Management Server 11.0 - 11.6 stores user credentials in plain in clear text which can be read by a local user. IBM X-Force ID: 125463.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS