8.4
CWE
522
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2023-37400: IBM Aspera Faspex privilege escalation

First published: Fri Apr 19 2024(Updated: )

IBM Aspera Faspex 5.0.0 through 5.0.7 could allow a local user to escalate their privileges due to insecure credential storage. IBM X-Force ID: 259677.

Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
IBM Aspera Faspex<=5.0.0 - 5.0.7
IBM Aspera Faspex On Demand>=5.0.0<5.0.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2023-37400?

    CVE-2023-37400 has a high severity rating due to its potential for privilege escalation.

  • How do I fix CVE-2023-37400?

    To fix CVE-2023-37400, upgrade IBM Aspera Faspex to version 5.0.8 or later.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2023-37400?

    CVE-2023-37400 affects users of IBM Aspera Faspex versions 5.0.0 through 5.0.7.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-37400?

    CVE-2023-37400 is a privilege escalation vulnerability caused by insecure credential storage.

  • Can CVE-2023-37400 be exploited remotely?

    CVE-2023-37400 is primarily a local exploitation vulnerability, requiring local access to the system.

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