Local User Vulnerability in IBM Tivoli Storage Manager for Space Management
CVE-2016-5927

5.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

IBM
Status
Tivoli Storage Manager For Space Management
Vendor
CVE Published:
12 September 2016

What is CVE-2016-5927?

IBM Tivoli Storage Manager for Space Management, also known as Spectrum Protect for Space Management, contains a vulnerability that permits local users to extract an encrypted password by examining application tracing outputs. This security flaw affects versions prior to 6.3.2.6, 6.4.3.3, and 7.1.6, leading to potential unauthorized access to sensitive credentials if appropriate measures are not taken. Organizations using affected versions are recommended to implement the latest updates to safeguard against this risk.

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92723
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http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg1IT15203
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http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21989006
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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