CVE-2006-0837: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2006-0837: IBM Tivoli Micromuse Netcool/NeuSecure 3.0.236 has world-readable permissions for (1) /etc/neusecure.conf,...

IBM Tivoli Micromuse Netcool/NeuSecure 3.0.236 has world-readable permissions for (1) /etc/neusecure.conf, (2) /opt/NeuSecure/etc/cms-3.0.236.buildconf, and (3) /opt/NeuSecure/bin/ns_archiver.log, which allows local users to read sensitive information such as passwords. NOTE: IBM has privately confirmed to CVE that a fix is available for these issues.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 16:48 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2006-0837 is a local information disclosure issue in IBM Tivoli Micromuse Netcool/NeuSecure 3.0.236. Some configuration and log files were readable by any local user, potentially exposing sensitive data including passwords. Business risk depends on whether this legacy product is still installed and who has local access. Exposure is likely limited to organizations still running Netcool/NeuSecure 3.0.236 on systems where untrusted or lower-privileged local users exist. Internet exposure is not indicated by the CVE text. Treat as a legacy product hygiene and credential exposure issue. Prioritize if NeuSecure remains in production, supports security monitoring, or stores privileged credentials. Lower urgency if the product is retired or isolated with no untrusted local users. Mitigation focus: Confirm whether Netcool/NeuSecure 3.0.236 exists in the environment.; Obtain IBM guidance or the privately confirmed fix for this issue.; Review and correct permissions on the named sensitive files under vendor guidance..

Prepared: Jun 29, 2026, 14:19 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Feb 22, 2006, 02:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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