CVE-2017-1196

IBM BigFix Compliance (TEMA SUAv1 SCA SCM) 1.9.70 does not require that users should have strong passwords by default, which makes it easier for attackers to…

published June 7, 2017

CVSS
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EPSS
2%
Percentile
76.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ Weak password policies could put your IBM BigFix Compliance at risk! This vulnerability means you might be leaving the front door wide open for attackers. 🔑 Think of it like a fancy hotel that doesn't bother checking if guests wear shoes before entering. If they allow anyone to walk in with flip-flops, it's not hard for troublemakers to sneak a peek into the guest list! If attackers can easily guess or crack weak passwords, they could waltz right in and take control of user accounts. This could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive compliance data, damaging both your reputation and operational integrity.

Put simply

Think of it like a fancy hotel that doesn't bother checking if guests wear shoes before entering. If they allow anyone to walk in with flip-flops, it's not hard for troublemakers to sneak a peek into the guest list! IBM BigFix Compliance version 1.9.70 fails to enforce strong password requirements by default, making it easy for attackers to compromise user accounts through weak credentials.

What to do

If attackers can easily guess or crack weak passwords, they could waltz right in and take control of user accounts. This could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive compliance data, damaging both your reputation and operational integrity. To mitigate this risk, immediately review your password policy settings and enforce strong password requirements for all users. Consider implementing multi-factor authentication for an added layer of security. Don't forget to educate your users about creating secure passwords! You've got this! Strengthening your password policy today will make you a hero in the fight against unauthorized access. 🦸

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01661 · 76.4th percentile
Published
2017-06-07T17:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 07 JUN 17:00Z
    IBM BigFix Compliance (TEMA SUAv1 SCA SCM) 1.9.70 does not require that users should have strong passwords by default, which makes it easier for attackers to…
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