Hard-coded Credentials Vulnerability in IBM Sterling Connect:Direct for UNIX
CVE-2025-14115

8.4HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

IBM
Status
Sterling Connect:direct For Unix Container
Vendor
CVE Published:
20 January 2026

What is CVE-2025-14115?

IBM Sterling Connect:Direct for UNIX contains a vulnerability that involves hard-coded credentials, including passwords and cryptographic keys, utilized for its internal and external communications. This flaw can compromise secure connections and data encryption processes, making the system susceptible to unauthorized access and data leaks. It is crucial for users of affected versions to apply the appropriate security patches to mitigate potential threats.

Affected Version(s)

Sterling Connect:Direct for UNIX Container 6.3.0.0 <= 6.3.0.6 Interim Fix 016

Sterling Connect:Direct for UNIX Container 6.4.0.0 <= 6.4.0.3 Interim Fix 019

References

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7257143
vendor-advisorypatch

CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.4
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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