CVE-2023-38012: IBM Cloud Pak System directory traversal

Published Oct 28, 2024
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Updated

IBM Cloud Pak System 2.3.3.6, 2.3.3.6 iFix1, 2.3.3.6 iFix2, 2.3.3.7, 2.3.3.7 iFix1, and 2.3.4.0 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.

Other sources

IBM Cloud Pak System 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

Affected Software

11 affected components
IBM Cloud Pak System=2.3.3.6, =2.3.3.6 iFix1, =2.3.3.6 iFix2, =2.3.3.7, =2.3.3.7 iFix1, =2.3.4.0
IBM Cloud Pak System<=2.3.3.7 2.3.3.7 iFix1
IBM Affected Product(s)<=Version(s)(Intel)
IBM Cloud Pak System<=2.3.3.6 2.3.3.6 iFix1  2.3.3.6 iFix2
IBM Cloud Pak System<=2.3.4.0
IBM Cloud Pak System=2.3.3.6
IBM Cloud Pak System=2.3.3.6-ifix1
IBM Cloud Pak System=2.3.3.6-ifix2
IBM Cloud Pak System=2.3.3.7
IBM Cloud Pak System=2.3.3.7-ifix1
IBM Cloud Pak System=2.3.4.0

Event History

Oct 28, 2024
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via IBM·12:00 AM
DescriptionAffected Software
Jan 25, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:49 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:49 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Parent advisories

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-38012?

The severity of CVE-2023-38012 is classified as high due to the potential for remote directory traversal by an attacker.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-38012?

To fix CVE-2023-38012, it is recommended to upgrade IBM Cloud Pak System to the latest versions that mitigate this vulnerability.

3

What versions of IBM Cloud Pak System are affected by CVE-2023-38012?

IBM Cloud Pak System versions 2.3.3.6, 2.3.3.6 iFix1, 2.3.3.6 iFix2, 2.3.3.7, 2.3.3.7 iFix1, and 2.3.4.0 are affected by CVE-2023-38012.

4

Can CVE-2023-38012 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2023-38012 can be exploited remotely by sending specially crafted URL requests containing "dot dot" sequences.

5

Who is at risk due to CVE-2023-38012?

Organizations using affected versions of IBM Cloud Pak System are at risk of exposure to directory traversal attacks due to CVE-2023-38012.

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