HCL Workload Scheduler Plain Text Credential Storage Vulnerability

Vulnerability

A vulnerability exists in HCL Workload Scheduler versions through 10.2.3, where user credentials are stored in plain text. This allows local users to read the credentials. The issue has been addressed in version 10.2.4 and higher.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability allows local users to access stored user credentials in plain text.

Remediation

Users can upgrade to HCL Workload Automation version 10.2.4 or higher to address this vulnerability. The update is available through My HCLSoftware.

Added: Dec 11, 2025, 8:36 PM
Updated: Dec 11, 2025, 8:36 PM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
0.0
impact
2.5
exploitability
3.3
remediation
7.7
relevance
1.4
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
1.7

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