IBM Spectrum Protect code execution
CVE-2023-35897

8.4HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

IBM
Status
Storage Protect Client
Storage Protect For Virtual Environments
Vendor
CVE Published:
6 October 2023

What is CVE-2023-35897?

A vulnerability in IBM Spectrum Protect Client and IBM Storage Protect for Virtual Environments allows local users to execute arbitrary code by exploiting a DLL hijacking flaw. This security issue affects multiple versions, potentially leading to unauthorized access and manipulation of system resources. Users are advised to review IBM's security advisory for necessary updates and mitigation strategies.

Affected Version(s)

Storage Protect Client 8.1.0.0 <= 8.1.19.0

Storage Protect for Virtual Environments 8.1.0.0 <= 8.1.19.0

References

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7037299
vendor-advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/259246
vdb-entry

CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.4
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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