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CWE
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Advisory Published
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CVE-2007-3537

First published: Tue Jul 03 2007(Updated: )

IBM OS/400 (aka i5/OS) V4R2M0 through V5R3M0 on iSeries machines sends responses to TCP SYN-FIN packets, which allows remote attackers to obtain system information and possibly bypass firewall rules.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
IBM iSeries AS/400=r520
IBM iSeries AS/400=v4r2m0
IBM iSeries AS/400=v4r3
IBM iSeries AS/400=v4r4
IBM iSeries AS/400=v4r5
IBM iSeries AS/400=v5r1
IBM iSeries AS/400=v5r2m0
IBM iSeries AS/400=v5r3m0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2007-3537?

    CVE-2007-3537 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to expose sensitive system information.

  • How do I fix CVE-2007-3537?

    To mitigate CVE-2007-3537, ensure that your IBM OS/400 system is updated to a version that does not respond to TCP SYN-FIN packets.

  • What versions of IBM OS/400 are affected by CVE-2007-3537?

    CVE-2007-3537 affects IBM OS/400 versions from V4R2M0 through V5R3M0.

  • Can CVE-2007-3537 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2007-3537 can be exploited by remote attackers to retrieve system information.

  • What should I do if I am still using an affected version of IBM OS/400 for CVE-2007-3537?

    If you are using an affected version, it is recommended to upgrade to a patched version or apply network security measures to block unauthorized access.

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