Vulnerability in IBM Security Guardium Data Encryption Allows Local Privileged User Access
CVE-2019-4693
6MEDIUM
Summary
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.
Affected Version(s)
Security Guardium Data Encryption 3.0.0.2
References
CVSS V3.1
Score:
6
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
High
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Changed
Timeline
Vulnerability published
Vulnerability Reserved