What is the severity of CVE-2022-38391?

CVE-2022-38391 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow decryption of sensitive information.

How do I fix CVE-2022-38391?

To fix CVE-2022-38391, upgrade IBM Spectrum Control to a version that uses stronger cryptographic algorithms.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2022-38391?

CVE-2022-38391 is classified as a cryptographic vulnerability related to the use of weak algorithms.

Which versions of IBM Spectrum Control are affected by CVE-2022-38391?

IBM Spectrum Control version 5.4 and earlier versions are affected by CVE-2022-38391.

What could an attacker achieve by exploiting CVE-2022-38391?

An attacker exploiting CVE-2022-38391 could decrypt sensitive data, compromising the confidentiality of the information.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2022-38391

high

7.5

CWE

327

15/12/2022

20/12/2022

3/8/2024

CVE-2022-38391: IBM Spectrum Control information disclosure

First published: Thu Dec 15 2022(Updated: )

IBM Spectrum Control 5.4 uses weaker than expected cryptographic algorithms that could allow an attacker to decrypt highly sensitive information. IBM X-Force ID: 233982.

Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
IBM Spectrum Control	<=5.4
IBM Spectrum Control	=5.4.0.0
IBM AIX
Linux Kernel
Microsoft Windows

Remedy

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6847541

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Parent vulnerabilities

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IBM-6847541

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-38391?
CVE-2022-38391 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow decryption of sensitive information.
How do I fix CVE-2022-38391?
To fix CVE-2022-38391, upgrade IBM Spectrum Control to a version that uses stronger cryptographic algorithms.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2022-38391?
CVE-2022-38391 is classified as a cryptographic vulnerability related to the use of weak algorithms.
Which versions of IBM Spectrum Control are affected by CVE-2022-38391?
IBM Spectrum Control version 5.4 and earlier versions are affected by CVE-2022-38391.
What could an attacker achieve by exploiting CVE-2022-38391?
An attacker exploiting CVE-2022-38391 could decrypt sensitive data, compromising the confidentiality of the information.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-38391?
CVE-2022-38391 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow decryption of sensitive information.
How do I fix CVE-2022-38391?
To fix CVE-2022-38391, upgrade IBM Spectrum Control to a version that uses stronger cryptographic algorithms.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2022-38391?
CVE-2022-38391 is classified as a cryptographic vulnerability related to the use of weak algorithms.
Which versions of IBM Spectrum Control are affected by CVE-2022-38391?
IBM Spectrum Control version 5.4 and earlier versions are affected by CVE-2022-38391.
What could an attacker achieve by exploiting CVE-2022-38391?
An attacker exploiting CVE-2022-38391 could decrypt sensitive data, compromising the confidentiality of the information.