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7.5

IBM Sametime Meeting Server may store passwords in browser

CVE-2013-6742 · published 12 years ago
Summary

The Meeting Server component in IBM Sametime versions 8.5.2 through 8.5.2.1 and 9.x through 9.0.0.1 does not tell browsers not to remember the password field. This can let a remote attacker who gains access to an unattended computer retrieve the saved password and log in. Apply the latest security update from IBM or configure the server to disable password autocomplete to protect against this risk.

What to do

The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.

Affected software
VendorProductAffected versions
ibm sametime 8.5.2.0
8.5.2.1
9.0.0.0
9.0.0.1
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:sametime:8.5.2.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
The Meeting Server in IBM Sametime 8.5.2 through 8.5.2.1 and 9.x through 9.0.0.1 do not have an off autocomplete attribute for a password field, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain...
The Meeting Server in IBM Sametime 8.5.2 through 8.5.2.1 and 9.x through 9.0.0.1 do not have an off autocomplete attribute for a password field, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain access by leveraging an unattended workstation.
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 14 days
Internal 60 days
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Can be exploited automatically (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker partial control (estimated)
Severity
7.5 High
Exploitation
1% chance of attack within 30 days
Type
CWE-264Permissions, Privileges, and Access Controls
Timeline
Published14 Feb 2014
Updated4 Nov 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2013-6742 · NVD
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