Weak Encryption Configuration in IBM BigFix Remote Control
CVE-2016-2951

3.7LOW

Key Information:

Vendor

IBM
Status
Bigfix Remote Control
Vendor
CVE Published:
30 November 2016

What is CVE-2016-2951?

IBM BigFix Remote Control, prior to version 9.1.3, suffers from a vulnerability linked to improper default encryption strength settings. This flaw enables potential remote attackers to easily bypass cryptographic protections by intercepting network traffic and executing analytical attacks on the encrypted data. Organizations using this software must take precautions to secure their environments and evaluate their settings to mitigate associated risks.

References

http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21991885
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http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg1IV89785
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94601
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
3.7
Severity:
LOW
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
None
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
High
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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