CVE-2023-29259: IBM Sterling Connect:Express for UNIX information disclosure

Published Jul 11, 2023
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Updated

IBM Sterling Connect:Express for UNIX 1.5 browser UI is vulnerable to attacks that rely on the use of cookies without the SameSite attribute. IBM X-Force ID: 252055.

Other sources

IBM Sterling Connect:Express for UNIX browser UI is vulnerable to attacks that rely on the use of cookies without the SameSite attribute.

Affected Software

6 affected components
IBM Sterling Connect:Express for UNIX<=1.5.x
IBM Sterling Connect\=express_for_unix-1.5.0
IBM AIX
Linux Linux kernel
Microsoft Windows
Oracle Solaris

Event History

Jul 11, 2023
CVE Published
12:00 AM
Jul 19, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:14 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:14 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
02:15 AM
Description

Parent advisories

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this issue?

The vulnerability ID for this issue is CVE-2023-29259.

2

What software is affected by this vulnerability?

IBM Sterling Connect:Express for UNIX 1.5 is affected by this vulnerability.

3

What is the severity level of this vulnerability?

The severity level of this vulnerability is medium with a CVSS score of 5.3.

4

What is the impact of this vulnerability?

This vulnerability allows attacks that rely on the use of cookies without the SameSite attribute.

5

Are there any references or additional information available?

Yes, you can find more information at the following links: [Vulnerability Details](https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/252055) and [IBM Support Page](https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7010921).

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