CVE-2018-1377 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2018-1377 affecting IBM Security Guardium Big Data Intelligence 3.1. User credentials stored in plain text pose security risks. Find mitigation steps here.
IBM Security Guardium Big Data Intelligence (SonarG) 3.1 stores user credentials in plain text, posing a security risk to local users. This vulnerability was identified and assigned IBM X-Force ID: 137778.
Understanding CVE-2018-1377
IBM Security Guardium Big Data Intelligence (SonarG) 3.1 has a vulnerability that exposes user credentials stored in clear and unencrypted text, allowing local users to access sensitive information.
What is CVE-2018-1377?
The vulnerability in IBM Security Guardium Big Data Intelligence (SonarG) 3.1 allows local users to read user credentials stored in plain text, compromising the security of sensitive data.
The Impact of CVE-2018-1377
The vulnerability enables unauthorized access to user credentials, potentially leading to data breaches, unauthorized system access, and compromised sensitive information.
Technical Details of CVE-2018-1377
IBM Security Guardium Big Data Intelligence (SonarG) 3.1 vulnerability details.
Vulnerability Description
User credentials in IBM Security Guardium Big Data Intelligence (SonarG) 3.1 are stored in clear and unencrypted text, making them readable to local users.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Security Guardium Big Data Intelligence
- Vendor: IBM
- Version: 3.1
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability allows local users to directly access and read sensitive user credentials stored in plain text.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting systems from the CVE-2018-1377 vulnerability.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Implement encryption mechanisms for user credentials storage.
- Restrict access to sensitive information to authorized personnel only.
- Monitor user activities and access to detect any unauthorized attempts.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch the system to address security vulnerabilities.
- Conduct security training for users to raise awareness of data protection best practices.
Patching and Updates
Apply the necessary patches and updates provided by IBM to address the vulnerability in Security Guardium Big Data Intelligence (SonarG) 3.1.