CVE-2023-27870: IBM Spectrum Virtualize information disclosure

Published Mar 15, 2023
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Updated

IBM Spectrum Virtualize 8.5, under certain circumstances, could disclose sensitive credential information while a download from Fix Central is in progress. IBM X-Force ID: 249518.

Other sources

IBM Spectrum Virtualize, under certain circumstances, could disclose sensitive credential information while a download from Fix Central is in progress.

IBM

Affected Software

2 affected components
IBM Spectrum Virtualize=8.5
IBM Spectrum Virtualize<=8.5

Event History

Mar 15, 2023
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via IBM·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
May 11, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:36 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:36 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2023-27870?

CVE-2023-27870 is a vulnerability found in IBM Spectrum Virtualize 8.5, where under certain circumstances, sensitive credential information can be disclosed while a download from Fix Central is in progress.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2023-27870?

The severity of CVE-2023-27870 is high with a severity value of 7.5.

3

How does CVE-2023-27870 affect IBM Spectrum Virtualize?

CVE-2023-27870 affects IBM Spectrum Virtualize 8.5 by potentially exposing sensitive credential information during a download from Fix Central.

4

How can I fix CVE-2023-27870 in IBM Spectrum Virtualize?

To fix CVE-2023-27870 in IBM Spectrum Virtualize, apply the necessary security patches provided by IBM.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-27870?

More information about CVE-2023-27870 can be found on the IBM X-Force ID: 249518 and on the official IBM support page.

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