Description Preview
IBM Security Key Lifecycle Manager versions 2.7 and 3.0 are affected by a vulnerability that could allow an unauthenticated user to restart the SKLM server due to missing authentication. This vulnerability has been assigned CVE-2018-1745 and has a CVSS base score of 7.5, indicating a high severity issue. The impact of this vulnerability is classified as high in terms of availability, with a low attack complexity and no privileges required for exploitation. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability over the network without user interaction, potentially leading to a denial of service condition.
Overview
The vulnerability in IBM Security Key Lifecycle Manager versions 2.7 and 3.0 allows an unauthenticated user to restart the SKLM server due to missing authentication. This vulnerability has a CVSS base score of 7.5, indicating a high severity issue with a high impact on availability.
Remediation
To remediate this vulnerability, users of affected versions (2.7 and 3.0) of IBM Security Key Lifecycle Manager should apply the official fix provided by IBM. It is recommended to update to a patched version that addresses the authentication bypass issue to prevent unauthorized server restarts. Users should follow the guidance provided by IBM to apply the necessary security updates.
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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.
This 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
