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CVE-2016-2880: IBM QRadar 7.2 stores the encryption key used to encrypt the service account password which can be obtained...

IBM QRadar 7.2 stores the encryption key used to encrypt the service account password which can be obtained by a local user. IBM Reference #: 1997340.

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IBM QRadar stored an encryption key for a service account password where a local user could obtain it. That creates a credential exposure risk on affected QRadar systems, especially where multiple administrators or local users have access. The source bundle does not provide severity scoring or patch details. Exposure is most likely in organizations still running the listed QRadar SIEM versions, particularly systems allowing local shell or user access beyond tightly controlled administrators. Treat this as a targeted credential exposure issue for legacy QRadar environments. Prioritize if affected QRadar systems are still operational, shared by many administrators, or connected to sensitive monitoring infrastructure. Mitigation focus: Inventory QRadar SIEM systems and compare versions against the affected list.; Review IBM advisory swg21997340 for vendor-supported fixes or workarounds.; Restrict local access on QRadar hosts to trusted administrators only..

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VendorProductVersion / packageStatus
IBM CorporationQRadar SIEM7.1 MR1, 7.1, 7.0, 7.2, 7.1 MR2, 7, 7.2.3Listed
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