Cleartext Credential Storage Vulnerability in IBM InfoSphere Information Server
CVE-2025-1499

6.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

IBM
Status
Infosphere Information Server
Vendor
CVE Published:
1 June 2025

What is CVE-2025-1499?

IBM InfoSphere Information Server 11.7 contains a vulnerability that involves storing credential information for database authentication in an insecure, cleartext parameter file. This flaw poses a risk as authenticated users may gain access to sensitive data, highlighting the importance of securing stored credentials to prevent unauthorized access.

Affected Version(s)

InfoSphere Information Server 11.7

References

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7233154
vendor-advisory

CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2025-1499 : Cleartext Credential Storage Vulnerability in IBM InfoSphere Information Server