CVE-2011-4889

Critical

Description

The javax.naming.directory.AttributeInUseException class in the Virtual Member Manager in IBM WebSphere Application Server (WAS) 6.1 before 6.1.0.43, 7.0 before 7.0.0.21, and 8.0 before 8.0.0.2 does not properly update passwords on a configuration using Tivoli Directory Server, which might allow remote attackers to gain access to an application by leveraging knowledge of an old password. IBM X-Force ID: 72581.

SeverityCritical
CVSS9.8
Exploit probability—
ProductIbm Websphere Application Server
PublishedFeb 8, 2018
First seenFeb 8, 2018

How to fix

Update
  • ibm websphere_application_server6.1.0.43, 7.0.0.21, 8.0.0.2 or later

Affected products

ProductAffected versionsFixed in
ibm websphere_application_server6.1 ≤ v < 6.1.0.43, 7.0 ≤ v < 7.0.0.21, 8.0 ≤ v < 8.0.0.26.1.0.43, 7.0.0.21, 8.0.0.2

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