CVE-2024-45671 in Security Verify Information Queue
Summary
by MITRE • 09/10/2025
IBM Security Verify Information Queue 10.0.5, 10.0.6, 10.0.7, and 10.0.8
uses weaker than expected cryptographic algorithms that could allow an attacker to decrypt highly sensitive information.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 09/17/2025
IBM Security Verify Information Queue versions 10.0.5 through 10.0.8 contain a cryptographic weakness that significantly undermines the security of sensitive data protection mechanisms. This vulnerability stems from the implementation of cryptographic algorithms that fall below industry standards for data encryption and decryption processes. The affected system employs cryptographic primitives that are susceptible to various attacks including brute force attempts, pattern recognition, and mathematical analysis that could compromise the confidentiality of information stored within or transmitted through the queue system.
The technical flaw manifests in the use of deprecated or insufficiently robust cryptographic protocols that fail to meet contemporary security requirements for protecting sensitive information. This weakness specifically impacts the encryption and decryption operations within the information queue framework, potentially allowing unauthorized parties to gain access to confidential data that should remain protected. The vulnerability represents a direct violation of established cryptographic security practices and could enable attackers to perform cryptographic attacks such as those categorized under CWE-327, which addresses the use of weak or broken cryptographic algorithms.
Operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data exposure to encompass potential system compromise and regulatory compliance violations. Organizations relying on IBM Security Verify Information Queue for processing sensitive data may face significant risks including unauthorized access to personal information, financial data, or proprietary business intelligence. The vulnerability could facilitate advanced persistent threats where attackers systematically target the cryptographic weaknesses to gain unauthorized access to critical information assets. This risk is particularly concerning given the queue nature of the system which may process large volumes of sensitive data that could be intercepted or decrypted during transmission or storage phases.
Security professionals should consider this vulnerability in relation to ATT&CK framework techniques such as T1552.001 for unsecured credentials and T1003.001 for credential dumping, as the weakened cryptographic protections may facilitate these attack vectors. The vulnerability creates opportunities for attackers to escalate privileges and access additional system resources once initial cryptographic barriers are compromised. Organizations must assess their current implementation of IBM Security Verify Information Queue and evaluate whether their data protection strategies adequately address the cryptographic weaknesses present in these specific versions.
Mitigation strategies should prioritize immediate upgrade to patched versions of IBM Security Verify Information Queue where available, as this represents the most effective solution to address the cryptographic weakness. System administrators should also implement additional monitoring and logging mechanisms to detect potential unauthorized access attempts targeting the cryptographic vulnerabilities. Organizations may need to consider implementing compensating controls such as network segmentation, additional encryption layers, or enhanced access controls to reduce the attack surface. The remediation process should include thorough testing of upgraded systems to ensure that cryptographic implementations meet current security standards and that no regression issues have been introduced during the upgrade process.