Vulnerability Description
IBM Tivoli Micromuse Netcool/NeuSecure 3.0.236 stores cleartext passwords in the (1) CMS_DBPASS, (2) CMSM_DBPASS, and (3) RPT_DBPASS fields in /etc/neusecure.conf, and in (4) /opt/NeuSecure/bin/ns_archiver.log, which allows local users to gain privileges. NOTE: IBM has privately confirmed to CVE that a fix is available for these issues.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Micromuse | Netcool Neusecure | 3.0.236 |
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/fulldisclosure/2006-02/0364.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/18922Vendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1015642
- http://www.osvdb.org/23270
- http://www.osvdb.org/23271
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/425304/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/16693
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/16698
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/24785
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/24787
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/fulldisclosure/2006-02/0364.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/18922Vendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1015642
- http://www.osvdb.org/23270
- http://www.osvdb.org/23271
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-0838?
CVE-2006-0838 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). IBM Tivoli Micromuse Netcool/NeuSecure 3.0.236 stores cleartext passwords in the (1) CMS_DBPASS, (2) CMSM_DBPASS, and (3) RPT_DBPASS fields in /etc/neusecure.conf, and in (4) /opt/NeuSecure/bin/ns_arc...
How severe is CVE-2006-0838?
CVE-2006-0838 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 2.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2006-0838?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Micromuse Netcool Neusecure.