Vulnerability in IBM Security Guardium Data Encryption Allows Local Privileged User Access

CVE-2019-4693

What is CVE-2019-4693?

IBM Security Guardium Data Encryption version 3.0.0.2 contains a security flaw where user credentials are stored in plain text. This storage method exposes user credentials to local privileged users, enabling them to compromise sensitive information. Organizations utilizing this version of IBM GDE should be aware of the risk it poses to data confidentiality and take immediate action to secure their systems.

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