JWT Secret Exposure in IBM Sterling Partner Engagement Manager by IBM
CVE-2025-33093

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

IBM
Status
Sterling Partner Engagement Manager
Vendor
CVE Published:
7 May 2025

What is CVE-2025-33093?

The IBM Sterling Partner Engagement Manager has a vulnerability where the JWT secret is stored in publicly accessible Helm charts instead of being protected as a Kubernetes secret. This exposure can potentially allow unauthorized access and manipulation, compromising the integrity and confidentiality of the system. It is essential for users of the affected versions 6.1.0, 6.2.0, and 6.2.2 to review their security practices and ensure that sensitive data is adequately secured.

Affected Version(s)

Sterling Partner Engagement Manager 6.1.0, 6.2.0, 6.2.2

References

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7232762
vendor-advisory

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.5
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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