CVE-2022-33161: IBM Security Directory Server information disclosure

Published Oct 4, 2023
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Updated

IBM Security Directory Server 6.4.0 could allow a remote attacker to obtain sensitive information, caused by the failure to properly enable HTTP Strict Transport Security. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to obtain sensitive information using man in the middle techniques. X-Force ID: 228569.

Other sources

IBM Security Directory Server could allow a remote attacker to obtain sensitive information, caused by the failure to properly enable HTTP Strict Transport Security. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to obtain sensitive information using man in the middle techniques.

IBM

Affected Software

5 affected components
IBM Security Directory Integrator<=7.2.0
IBM Security Directory Integrator=7.2.0
IBM Security Directory Server=6.4.0.0
IBM Security Directory Suite=8.0.1
IBM Security Verify Directory=10.0.0

Event History

Oct 4, 2023
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Oct 14, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:14 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:14 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID of this vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID is CVE-2022-33161.

2

What is the severity level of CVE-2022-33161?

The severity level of CVE-2022-33161 is medium, with a severity value of 5.3.

3

What is the affected software for CVE-2022-33161?

The affected software for CVE-2022-33161 includes IBM Security Directory Server 6.4.0, IBM Security Directory Suite 8.0.1, and IBM Security Verify Directory 10.0.0.

4

How can a remote attacker exploit CVE-2022-33161?

A remote attacker can exploit CVE-2022-33161 by using man-in-the-middle techniques to obtain sensitive information.

5

Is there a fix for CVE-2022-33161?

Yes, IBM has provided fixes for CVE-2022-33161. Please refer to the IBM support page for more information.

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