CVE-2023-24960: Path Traversal
First published: Fri Feb 10 2023(Updated: )
IBM InfoSphere Information Server could allow a remote attacker to traverse directories on the system. An attacker could send a specially crafted URL request containing "dot dot" sequences (/../) to view arbitrary files on the system.
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm Infosphere Information Server | <=11.7 | |
| Ibm Infosphere Information Server | =11.7 | |
| IBM AIX | ||
| Linux Linux kernel | ||
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2023-24960?
The severity of CVE-2023-24960 is high with a severity value of 7.5.
How can a remote attacker exploit CVE-2023-24960?
A remote attacker can exploit CVE-2023-24960 by sending a specially crafted URL request containing "dot dot" sequences (/../) to view arbitrary files on the system.
Is IBM InfoSphere Information Server 11.7 affected by CVE-2023-24960?
Yes, IBM InfoSphere Information Server 11.7 is affected by CVE-2023-24960.
How can I fix CVE-2023-24960?
You can fix CVE-2023-24960 by applying the patch provided by IBM. The patch can be downloaded from the IBM support page.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-24960?
More information about CVE-2023-24960 can be found on the IBM X-Force ID page and the IBM support page.
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