CVE-2013-5371: Low severity ibm tivoli storage manager vulnerability

Published Jan 23, 2014
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Updated

The client in IBM Tivoli Storage Manager (TSM) 6.3.1 and 6.4.0 on Windows does not preserve permissions of Resilient File System (ReFS) files across backup and restore operations, which allows local users to bypass intended access restrictions via standard filesystem operations.

Affected Software

2 affected components
IBM Tivoli Storage Manager=6.3.1
IBM Tivoli Storage Manager=6.4.0

Event History

Jan 23, 2014
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2013-5371?

CVE-2013-5371 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow local users to bypass access restrictions.

2

How do I fix CVE-2013-5371?

To fix CVE-2013-5371, ensure you upgrade to IBM Tivoli Storage Manager version 6.4.1 or later, which addresses this issue.

3

Which versions of IBM Tivoli Storage Manager are affected by CVE-2013-5371?

CVE-2013-5371 affects IBM Tivoli Storage Manager versions 6.3.1 and 6.4.0 on Windows.

4

Can CVE-2013-5371 affect data integrity?

Yes, CVE-2013-5371 can affect data integrity by allowing unauthorized access to files due to permission issues.

5

Is CVE-2013-5371 a client-side or server-side vulnerability?

CVE-2013-5371 is a client-side vulnerability affecting the IBM Tivoli Storage Manager.

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