CVE-2023-27875: IBM Aspera Faspex improper access controls

Published Mar 16, 2023
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Updated

IBM Aspera Faspex 5.0.4 could allow a user to change other user's credentials due to improper access controls. IBM X-Force ID: 249847.

Affected Software

6 affected components
IBM Aspera Faspex=5.0.4
Linux Linux Kernel
Microsoft Windows
All of the following
IBM Aspera Faspex=5.0.4
Any of the following
Linux Linux Kernel
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Mar 16, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:37 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:37 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2023-27875?

CVE-2023-27875 is a vulnerability in IBM Aspera Faspex 5.0.4 that could allow a user to change other user's credentials due to improper access controls.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2023-27875?

The severity of CVE-2023-27875 is high with a CVSS score of 7.5.

3

How does CVE-2023-27875 affect IBM Aspera Faspex?

CVE-2023-27875 affects IBM Aspera Faspex 5.0.4 by allowing a user to change other user's credentials.

4

Is Linux Linux kernel affected by CVE-2023-27875?

No, Linux Linux kernel is not affected by CVE-2023-27875.

5

Is Microsoft Windows affected by CVE-2023-27875?

No, Microsoft Windows is not affected by CVE-2023-27875.

6

Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-27875?

You can find more information about CVE-2023-27875 at the IBM X-Force ID website: https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/249847

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