Log File Vulnerability Could Allow Local User Access to Sensitive Information
CVE-2023-40694

6.2MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor
IBM
Status
Watson Cp4d Data Stores
Vendor
CVE Published:
7 May 2024

Summary

The IBM Watson CP4D Data Stores from version 4.0.0 to 4.8.4 exhibit a vulnerability where potentially sensitive data is stored in log files. This issue presents a risk as local users could easily access these logs, leading to unauthorized data disclosure. Safeguarding log files and ensuring proper access controls are essential to mitigate this susceptibility. Organizations utilizing impacted versions must take immediate action to enhance their security posture and protect sensitive information.

Affected Version(s)

Watson CP4D Data Stores 4.0.0 <= 4.8.4

References

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7150286
vendor-advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/264838
vdb-entry

CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.2
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
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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