CVE-2016-5960: IBM Security Privileged Identity Manager 2.0.2 and 2.1.0 stores user credentials in plain in clear text whi...

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IBM Security Privileged Identity Manager versions 2.0.2 and 2.1.0 could store user credentials in clear text. A local user on the affected system could read those credentials. This matters because privileged identity systems often hold sensitive access material, but the source bundle does not provide a CVSS score or confirmed patch details. Exposure is limited to organizations running IBM Security Privileged Identity Manager 2.0.2 or 2.1.0, especially where non-administrative local users can access the host or relevant files. Evidence does not support broader affected versions. Treat as priority remediation if these versions are deployed. The issue is not documented as actively exploited, but cleartext credential exposure in a privileged identity platform can create high downstream compromise risk after local access. Mitigation focus: Confirm whether IBM Security Privileged Identity Manager 2.0.2 or 2.1.0 is deployed.; Review IBM support guidance for the official fix or workaround.; Restrict local interactive and shell access to affected systems..

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Jun 13, 2026, 04:43 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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