Vulnerability identifier: #VU76458

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 2.9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-22878

CWE-ID: CWE-256

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
IBM InfoSphere Information Server
Server applications / Database software

Vendor:

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to gain access to other users' credentials.

The vulnerability exists due to application stored credentials in plain text on the system. A local user can view passwords in clear text.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

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External links
http://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/244373
http://
http://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6988155

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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.