CVE-2023-35020: IBM Sterling Control Center directory traversal
First published: Tue Jan 16 2024(Updated: )
IBM Sterling Control Center 6.3.0 could allow a remote attacker to traverse directories on the system. An attacker could send a specially crafted URL request containing "dot dot" sequences (/../) to view arbitrary files on the system. IBM X-Force ID: 257874.
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM Sterling Control Center | <=6.3.0 | |
| All of | ||
| IBM Sterling Control Center | =6.3.0 | |
| Any of | ||
| IBM AIX | ||
| IBM z/OS Linux | ||
| Linux Kernel | ||
| Microsoft Windows Operating System |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2023-35020?
CVE-2023-35020 is classified as a security vulnerability that allows remote attackers to access arbitrary files on the system.
How do I fix CVE-2023-35020?
To fix CVE-2023-35020, apply the patch provided by IBM for Sterling Control Center version 6.3.0.
What could an attacker do with CVE-2023-35020?
An attacker could exploit CVE-2023-35020 to traverse directories and potentially access sensitive files on the system.
Which version of IBM Sterling Control Center is affected by CVE-2023-35020?
CVE-2023-35020 affects IBM Sterling Control Center version 6.3.0.
Is CVE-2023-35020 limited to IBM operating systems?
No, CVE-2023-35020 specifically affects IBM Sterling Control Center and is not limited to a particular operating system.
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