CVE-2023-33861: IBM Security ReaQta improper certificate validation

Published May 20, 2025
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Updated

IBM Security ReaQta could allow an attacker to spoof a trusted entity by interfering with the communication path between the host and client.

Other sources

IBM Security ReaQta EDR 3.12 could allow an attacker to spoof a trusted entity by interfering with the communication path between the host and client.

MITRE

Affected Software

4 affected components
IBM Security ReaQta
IBM Security QRadar EDR<=3.12
All of the following
IBM Security QRadar EDR>=3.12<3.12.17
Linux Linux kernel

Remediation

Information

IBM encourages customers to update their systems promptly.  IBM Security QRadar EDR 3.12.17

Event History

May 20, 2025
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:51 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:51 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-33861?

CVE-2023-33861 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow trusted entity spoofing.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-33861?

To remediate CVE-2023-33861, ensure that IBM Security ReaQta and Security QRadar EDR are updated to the latest patch version.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2023-33861?

CVE-2023-33861 affects users of IBM Security ReaQta and IBM Security QRadar EDR versions up to and including 3.12.

4

What could an attacker do with CVE-2023-33861?

An attacker exploiting CVE-2023-33861 could spoof a trusted entity by manipulating communication between the host and client.

5

Is CVE-2023-33861 being actively exploited in the wild?

As of the latest information, there are no confirmed reports of CVE-2023-33861 being actively exploited in the wild.

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