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Overview
The vulnerability affects IBM Security Access Manager (ISAM) Appliance, which is a security solution used for web access management, authentication, and authorization. The issue allows unauthorized users to view sensitive information that should be restricted. This information could potentially be used by attackers to gain further insights into the system configuration or to plan additional attacks. The vulnerability impacts multiple versions of the ISAM Appliance including version 7.0.0, versions 8.0.0 through 8.0.1.6, and versions 9.0.0 through 9.0.3.1.
Remediation
IBM has released security patches to address this vulnerability. Users are strongly advised to update their IBM Security Access Manager Appliance to the latest version as specified in the IBM security bulletin. The specific update required depends on the version currently installed:
- For version 7.0.0: Update to the patched version specified in the IBM security bulletin
- For versions 8.0.0 through 8.0.1.6: Update to version 8.0.1.7 or later
- For versions 9.0.0 through 9.0.3.1: Update to version 9.0.3.2 or later
Organizations should also review their access control policies and ensure that proper authentication mechanisms are in place to prevent unauthorized access to sensitive information.
References
- IBM Security Bulletin: http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg22012329
- SecurityFocus BID: 104476 - http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/104476
- IBM X-Force Advisory: https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/128606
- Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE-200): Information Exposure
Industry ExposureMost to leastThis section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
- Accommodation & Food ServicesAccommodation & Food Services
- Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation ServicesAdministrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
- Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & HuntingAgriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
- Arts, Entertainment & RecreationArts, Entertainment & Recreation
- ConstructionConstruction
- Educational ServicesEducational Services
- Finance and InsuranceFinance and Insurance
- Health Care & Social AssistanceHealth Care & Social Assistance
- InformationInformation
- Management of Companies & EnterprisesManagement of Companies & Enterprises
- ManufacturingManufacturing
- MiningMining
- Other Services (except Public Administration)Other Services (except Public Administration)
- Professional, Scientific, & Technical ServicesProfessional, Scientific, & Technical Services
- Public AdministrationPublic Administration
- Real Estate Rental & LeasingReal Estate Rental & Leasing
- Retail TradeRetail Trade
- Transportation & WarehousingTransportation & Warehousing
- UtilitiesUtilities
- Wholesale TradeWholesale Trade
