CVE-2008-5686: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2008-5686: IBM Tivoli Provisioning Manager (TPM) before 5.1.1.1 IF0006, when its LDAP service is shared with other app...

IBM Tivoli Provisioning Manager (TPM) before 5.1.1.1 IF0006, when its LDAP service is shared with other applications, does not require that an LDAP user be listed in the TPM user records, which allows remote authenticated users to execute SOAP commands that access arbitrary TPM functionality, as demonstrated by running provisioning workflows.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 11:04 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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IBM Tivoli Provisioning Manager could let a valid LDAP user, not formally registered in TPM, access TPM SOAP functions when TPM shared LDAP with other applications. In affected deployments, this could let a low-privileged authenticated user trigger provisioning workflows or other TPM actions outside intended authorization boundaries. Exposure is likely limited to legacy IBM Tivoli Provisioning Manager deployments below 5.1.1.1 IF0006 where the LDAP service is shared with other applications. It requires remote authenticated LDAP access, not anonymous access. Current internet exposure and supported-product status are not established in the provided sources. Prioritize if legacy TPM still manages provisioning or infrastructure automation. The issue is old and authenticated, but unauthorized provisioning actions can affect operational control. If TPM is retired or not using shared LDAP, urgency is lower after verification. Mitigation focus: Apply IBM TPM 5.1.1.1 IF0006 or later vendor-supported remediation where applicable.; Check IBM guidance for supported upgrade or retirement options for remaining TPM systems.; Avoid sharing TPM LDAP with broader application user stores until fixed..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 11:41 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Dec 19, 2008, 17:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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