IBM i Access Client Solutions code execution
CVE-2023-45185

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

IBM
Status
I Access Client Solutions
Vendor
CVE Published:
14 December 2023

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2023-45185?

The vulnerability in IBM i Access Client Solutions versions 1.1.2 through 1.1.9.3 stems from improper authority checks, allowing an attacker to perform operations on a user's PC under their authority. This could lead to the execution of unauthorized commands, significantly compromising system integrity and security.

Affected Version(s)

i Access Client Solutions 1.1.2 <= 1.1.4

i Access Client Solutions 1.1.4.3 <= 1.1.9.3

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2023-45185
Created by afine-com

References

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7091942
vendor-advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/268273
vdb-entry

CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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