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HIGH · 7.5

CVE-2019-4540

IBM Security Directory Server 6.4.0 uses weaker than expected cryptographic algorithms that could allow an attacker to decrypt highly sensitive information. IBM X-Force ID: 165813.

Vulnerability Description

IBM Security Directory Server 6.4.0 uses weaker than expected cryptographic algorithms that could allow an attacker to decrypt highly sensitive information. IBM X-Force ID: 165813.

CVSS Score

7.5

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Attack Vector
NETWORK
Attack Complexity
LOW
Privileges Required
NONE
User Interaction
NONE
Scope
UNCHANGED
Confidentiality
HIGH
Integrity
NONE
Availability
NONE

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
IbmSecurity Directory Server>= 6.4.0.0, < 6.4.0.20

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-327

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2019-4540?

CVE-2019-4540 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). IBM Security Directory Server 6.4.0 uses weaker than expected cryptographic algorithms that could allow an attacker to decrypt highly sensitive information. IBM X-Force ID: 165813.

How severe is CVE-2019-4540?

CVE-2019-4540 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2019-4540?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ibm Security Directory Server.