CVE-2023-33857: IBM InfoSphere Information Server information disclosure

Published Jul 14, 2023
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Updated

IBM InfoSphere Information Server 11.7 could allow a remote attacker to obtain system information using a specially crafted query that could aid in further attacks against the system. IBM X-Force ID: 257695.

Other sources

IBM InfoSphere Information Server could allow a remote attacker to obtain system information using a specially crafted query that could aid in further attacks against the system.

Affected Software

9 affected componentsFixes available
IBM InfoSphere Information Server<=11.7
IBM InfoSphere Information Server=11.7
IBM AIX
Linux Linux kernel
Microsoft Windows
All of the following
IBM InfoSphere Information Server=11.7
Any of the following
IBM AIX
Linux Linux kernel
Microsoft Windows

Remediation

Patch Available

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7007059

Event History

Jul 14, 2023
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Jul 16, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:38 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:38 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Jul 17, 2023
Data Sourced
12:15 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·12:15 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this IBM InfoSphere Information Server vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID for this IBM InfoSphere Information Server vulnerability is CVE-2023-33857.

2

How can a remote attacker exploit this vulnerability?

A remote attacker can exploit this vulnerability by using a specially crafted query to obtain system information.

3

What is the severity rating of the CVE-2023-33857 vulnerability?

The severity rating of the CVE-2023-33857 vulnerability is medium, with a severity value of 5.3.

4

Which version of IBM InfoSphere Information Server is affected by this vulnerability?

IBM InfoSphere Information Server version 11.7 is affected by this vulnerability.

5

How can I fix the CVE-2023-33857 vulnerability in IBM InfoSphere Information Server?

You can fix the CVE-2023-33857 vulnerability in IBM InfoSphere Information Server by applying the patch provided by IBM.

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