What is the severity of CVE-2013-5440?

The severity of CVE-2013-5440 is classified as medium due to potential information disclosure risks.

How do I fix CVE-2013-5440?

To fix CVE-2013-5440, install the latest updates or patches provided by IBM for affected versions of InfoSphere Information Server.

Who is affected by CVE-2013-5440?

CVE-2013-5440 impacts local users of IBM InfoSphere Information Server versions 8.0, 8.1, 8.5, 8.7, and 9.1.

What type of information can be leaked due to CVE-2013-5440?

CVE-2013-5440 may allow local users to obtain sensitive installation file content that should not be accessible.

When was CVE-2013-5440 discovered?

CVE-2013-5440 was published on December 23, 2013.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2013-5440

low

2.1

CWE

200

18/12/2013

6/8/2024

CVE-2013-5440: Infoleak

First published: Wed Dec 18 2013(Updated: )

IBM InfoSphere Information Server 8.0, 8.1, 8.5, 8.7, and 9.1 allows local users to obtain sensitive information in opportunistic circumstances by leveraging the presence of file content after a failed installation.

Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
IBM InfoSphere Information Server	=8.0
IBM InfoSphere Information Server	=8.1
IBM InfoSphere Information Server	=8.5
IBM InfoSphere Information Server	=8.7
IBM InfoSphere Information Server	=9.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2013-5440?
The severity of CVE-2013-5440 is classified as medium due to potential information disclosure risks.
How do I fix CVE-2013-5440?
To fix CVE-2013-5440, install the latest updates or patches provided by IBM for affected versions of InfoSphere Information Server.
Who is affected by CVE-2013-5440?
CVE-2013-5440 impacts local users of IBM InfoSphere Information Server versions 8.0, 8.1, 8.5, 8.7, and 9.1.
What type of information can be leaked due to CVE-2013-5440?
CVE-2013-5440 may allow local users to obtain sensitive installation file content that should not be accessible.
When was CVE-2013-5440 discovered?
CVE-2013-5440 was published on December 23, 2013.

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