Brute Force Vulnerability in IBM Security Directory Server

CVE-2019-4520

Summary

IBM Security Directory Server version 6.4.0 contains a weakness in its account lockout policy, which may allow remote attackers to conduct brute force attacks on user account credentials. This misconfiguration can lead to unauthorized access if the attackers successfully guess valid login information through repeated attempts. It is crucial for organizations utilizing this product to review their account security settings and enhance their lockout mechanisms to mitigate the risk of such attacks.

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