CVE-2009-1077: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2009-1077: The Change My Password implementation in the admin interface in Sun Java System Identity Manager (IdM) 7.0...

The Change My Password implementation in the admin interface in Sun Java System Identity Manager (IdM) 7.0 through 8.0 does not enforce the RequiresChallenge property setting, which allows remote authenticated users to change the passwords of other users, as demonstrated by changing the administrator's password.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedSep 16, 2024, 20:22 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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This flaw lets an authenticated user in Sun Java System Identity Manager's admin interface change other users' passwords when a required challenge should have been enforced. The CVE specifically notes administrator password changes as a demonstrated impact, making this a serious account-takeover risk in affected legacy deployments. Exposure is limited to organizations still running Sun Java System Identity Manager 7.0 through 8.0 with reachable administrative interfaces and authenticated users who can access the password-change functionality. Prioritize remediation if this legacy product remains in use, especially where the admin interface is reachable beyond a tightly controlled administrator group. The impact is high because a valid account could be used to seize higher-privileged accounts. Mitigation focus: Identify any Sun Java System Identity Manager 7.0 through 8.0 deployments.; Review the referenced Sun advisory and patch documents for official remediation.; Restrict administrative interface access to trusted networks and users..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 11:04 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Mar 25, 2009, 15:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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