CVE-2016-0332 Security feature bypass in n/a

Critical 9.8 Published Updated

Remote attackers can bypass failed login restrictions to perform brute-force attacks and gain unauthorized access to IBM Security Identity Manager.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Not needed
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2016-0332?

CVE-2016-0332 is a critical vulnerability in n/a, published on 12 Jan 2018. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

IBM Security Identity Manager (ISIM) Virtual Appliance 7.0.0.0 through 7.0.1.0 before 7.0.1-ISS-SIM-FP0001 do not properly restrict failed login attempts, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain access via a brute-force approach. IBM X-Force ID: 111695.

Weakness: CWE-254

Which versions are affected by CVE-2016-0332?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Ibm Security Identity Manager Virtual Appliance.

How do I fix CVE-2016-0332?

No fix has been published for CVE-2016-0332 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2016-0332 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2016-0332 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-v43g-m96h-3578.

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