CVE-2019-4160: Weak Encryption

Published Jan 5, 2021
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Updated

IBM Guardium Data Encryption (GDE) uses weaker than expected cryptographic algorithms that could allow an attacker to decrypt highly sensitive information.

Other sources

IBM Security Guardium Data Encryption (GDE) 3.0.0.2 uses weaker than expected cryptographic algorithms that could allow an attacker to decrypt highly sensitive information. IBM X-Force ID: 158577.

Affected Software

3 affected components
IBM Security Guardium Data Encrpytion=3.0.0.2
IBM GDE<=3.0.0.2
IBM Security Guardium Data Encryption=3.0.0.2

Event History

Jan 5, 2021
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Jan 13, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:40 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:40 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Parent advisories

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2019-4160?

The severity of CVE-2019-4160 is high with a CVSS score of 7.5.

2

What is IBM Guardium Data Encryption (GDE)?

IBM Guardium Data Encryption (GDE) is a security solution provided by IBM.

3

What are the affected versions of IBM Guardium Data Encryption (GDE)?

The affected version of IBM Guardium Data Encryption (GDE) is 3.0.0.2.

4

What is the vulnerability described in CVE-2019-4160?

CVE-2019-4160 describes a vulnerability in IBM Guardium Data Encryption (GDE) where weaker than expected cryptographic algorithms are used, allowing an attacker to decrypt highly sensitive information.

5

How can I fix CVE-2019-4160?

To fix CVE-2019-4160, it is recommended to update IBM Guardium Data Encryption (GDE) to a version that does not use weaker cryptographic algorithms.

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