CVE-2017-1221 Weak cryptography in BigFix Platform

Critical 9.8 Published 13 Nov 2017 Updated 17 Sep 2024

IBM BigFix allows weak passwords by default, enabling attackers to compromise user accounts through brute-force or guessing attacks.

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-2017-1221?

CVE-2017-1221 is a critical vulnerability in IBM BigFix Platform, published on 13 Nov 2017. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

IBM Tivoli Endpoint Manager (IBM BigFix 9.2 and 9.5) does not require that users should have strong passwords by default, which makes it easier for attackers to compromise user accounts. IBM X-Force ID: 123861.

Weakness: CWE-521

Which versions are affected by CVE-2017-1221?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Ibm Bigfix Platform.

How do I fix CVE-2017-1221?

No fix has been published for CVE-2017-1221 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2017-1221 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2017-1221 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-8cqw-729q-hxw7.