CVE-2022-22394: Critical severity ibm spectrum protect vulnerability

Published Mar 18, 2022
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Updated

The IBM Spectrum Protect 8.1.14.000 server could allow a remote attacker to bypass security restrictions, caused by improper enforcement of access controls. By signing in, an attacker could exploit this vulnerability to bypass security and gain unauthorized administrator or node access to the vulnerable server.

Affected Software

5 affected components
IBM Spectrum Protect Server<=8.1.14.000
IBM Spectrum Protect=8.1.14.100
IBM AIX
Linux Linux kernel
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Mar 18, 2022
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Mar 21, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:20 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:20 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2022-22394?

The severity of CVE-2022-22394 is critical with a CVSS score of 8.8.

2

How does CVE-2022-22394 affect IBM Spectrum Protect?

CVE-2022-22394 affects IBM Spectrum Protect 8.1.14.000 server by allowing a remote attacker to bypass security restrictions.

3

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2022-22394?

An attacker can exploit CVE-2022-22394 by signing in and bypassing security to gain unauthorized administrator or node access.

4

Is IBM AIX vulnerable to CVE-2022-22394?

No, IBM AIX is not vulnerable to CVE-2022-22394.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-22394?

You can find more information about CVE-2022-22394 at the following links: - [IBM X-Force Exchange](https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/222147) - [IBM Support](https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6564745)

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