IBM Tivoli Netcool Impact Sensitive Information Log Exposure Vulnerability

Vulnerability

A vulnerability exists in IBM Tivoli Netcool Impact versions 7.1.0.0 through 7.1.0.37, where sensitive information is improperly logged and could be accessed by a local user. This issue falls under the category of 'Insertion of Sensitive Information into Log File', which can lead to unauthorized disclosure of confidential data.

Impact

This vulnerability could result in the unauthorized exposure of sensitive information to local users.

Remediation

Users are advised to upgrade to IBM Tivoli Netcool Impact version 7.1.0.38 or later. Instructions for upgrading to version 7.1.0 Fix Pack 38 are available on the IBM Support page.

Added: Apr 8, 2026, 1:19 AM
Updated: Apr 8, 2026, 1:19 AM

Vulnerability Rating

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spread
1.4
impact
2.5
exploitability
3.5
remediation
7.7
relevance
5.5
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
0.0

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