CVE-2022-43873: IBM Spectrum Virtualize privilege escalation
An authenticated user can exploit a vulnerability in the IBM Spectrum Virtualize 8.2, 8.3, 8.4, and 8.5 GUI to execute code and escalate their privilege on the system. IBM X-Force ID: 239847.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-43873?
CVE-2022-43873 is a vulnerability in the IBM Spectrum Virtualize 8.2, 8.3, 8.4, and 8.5 GUI that allows an authenticated user to execute code and escalate their privilege on the system.
How does CVE-2022-43873 affect IBM Spectrum Virtualize?
CVE-2022-43873 affects IBM Spectrum Virtualize versions 8.2, 8.3, 8.4, and 8.5.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-43873?
CVE-2022-43873 has a severity score of 8.8 (high).
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2022-43873?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2022-43873 by authenticating to the IBM Spectrum Virtualize GUI and executing code to escalate their privilege on the system.
How can I fix CVE-2022-43873?
To fix CVE-2022-43873, IBM recommends upgrading to a fixed version of IBM Spectrum Virtualize.