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CVE-1999-0944

10.0 · HIGH

IBM WebSphere ikeyman tool uses weak encryption to store a password for a key database that is used for SSL connections.

Published Oct 24, 1999EPSS 4.20%

Overview

CVE-1999-0944 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on October 24, 1999 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

IBM WebSphere ikeyman tool uses weak encryption to store a password for a key database that is used for SSL connections.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-1999-0944?

CVE-1999-0944 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on October 24, 1999 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-1999-0944?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-1999-0944?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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