CVE-2013-5420: The IMS server before Ifix 6 in IBM Security Access Manager for Enterprise Single Sign-On (ISAM ESSO) 8.2 a...

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2013-5420 is an information-disclosure issue in IBM Security Access Manager for Enterprise Single Sign-On 8.2. An authenticated user with helpdesk privileges could directly request IMS server log files. Business risk depends on whether those logs contain credentials, session details, user data, or operational secrets. Exposure is limited to organizations still running ISAM ESSO 8.2 IMS server before iFix 6, especially where helpdesk-role accounts exist or are broadly assigned. Systems not using this IBM product or already at iFix 6 or later are not indicated as affected by the provided sources. Treat this as a targeted remediation and access-governance issue, not an emergency internet-wide vulnerability. Prioritize if ISAM ESSO 8.2 remains in use, logs contain sensitive material, or helpdesk privileges are widely distributed. Mitigation focus: Identify any ISAM ESSO 8.2 IMS server deployments.; Confirm whether iFix 6 or later is installed.; Review IBM support guidance for current remediation details..

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Jun 14, 2026, 15:13 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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