CVE-2020-4567

IBM Tivoli Key Lifecycle Manager 3.0.1 and 4.0 uses an inadequate account lockout setting that could allow a remote attacker to brute force account credentials

High · published July 29, 2020

CVSS v3.0
8.6
EPSS
2%
Percentile
83.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚡ A remote attacker could easily brute force their way in, thanks to inadequate account lockout settings in IBM Tivoli Key Lifecycle Manager! Think of it like a hotel with a front door that only partially locks — anyone can keep trying different keys until they find one that works. Without proper defenses, it's just too easy for someone to slip inside! This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access, enabling attackers to compromise sensitive account information and wreak havoc on your system. Once inside, they could manipulate data, steal credentials, or even leverage the system for further attacks. This could put your entire organization at serious risk!

Put simply

Think of it like a hotel with a front door that only partially locks — anyone can keep trying different keys until they find one that works. Without proper defenses, it's just too easy for someone to slip inside! CVE-2020-4567 reveals that IBM Tivoli Key Lifecycle Manager versions 3.0.1 and 4.0 have insufficient account lockout settings, allowing remote attackers to perform brute force attacks on account credentials without facing any restrictions.

What to do

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access, enabling attackers to compromise sensitive account information and wreak havoc on your system. Once inside, they could manipulate data, steal credentials, or even leverage the system for further attacks. This could put your entire organization at serious risk! To secure your systems, immediately review and update your account lockout policies to impose stricter limits on login attempts. Additionally, consider upgrading to the latest version of IBM Tivoli Key Lifecycle Manager to eliminate this vulnerability completely. Don't take chances with your security! You've got this! With a few adjustments, you can lock down your system tight and keep the bad guys out. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.0
8.6 · HIGH
Vector
CVSS:3.0/UI:N/PR:N/S:C/A:N/AC:L/C:H/AV:N/I:N/RL:O/RC:C/E:U
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02326 · 83.4th percentile
Published
2020-07-29T14:05Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 29 JUL 14:05Z
    IBM Tivoli Key Lifecycle Manager 3.0.1 and 4.0 uses an inadequate account lockout setting that could allow a remote attacker to brute force account credentials
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