Vulnerability identifier: #VU10727

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 4.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2018-1377

CWE-ID: CWE-200

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
IBM Security Guardium Big Data Intelligence
Client/Desktop applications / File managers, FTP clients

Vendor: IBM Corporation

Description

The vulnerability allows a local attacker to obtain potentially sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to storing of user credentials in plain in clear text. A local attacker can gain access to potentially sensitive information.

Mitigation
Update to version 3.2.

Vulnerable software versions

IBM Security Guardium Big Data Intelligence: 3.1

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External links
http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg22013596

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.