SB2026052639 - Use of hard-coded cryptographic key in IBM PowerVM Novalink
Published: May 26, 2026
Security Bulletin ID
SB2026052639
CSH Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Local access
Highest impact
Information disclosure
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 vulnerability.
1) Use of hard-coded cryptographic key (CVE-ID: CVE-2025-14923)
CWE-ID: CWE-321 - Use of Hard-coded Cryptographic Key
CVSSv4: CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:H/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear
The vulnerability allows a local user to gain access to potentially sensitive information.
The vulnerability exists due to IBM WebSphere Application Server Liberty could provide weaker than expected security when using the Security Utility when administering security settings. A local user can gain unauthorized access to sensitive information on the system.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.