CVE-2023-38721: IBM i privilege escalation
First published: Wed Aug 09 2023(Updated: )
The IBM i 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, and 7.5 product Facsimile Support for i contains a local privilege escalation vulnerability. A malicious actor could gain access to a command line with elevated privileges allowing root access to the host operating system. IBM X-Force ID: 262173.
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com psirt@us.ibm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM i | =7.2 | |
| IBM i | =7.3 | |
| IBM i | =7.4 | |
| IBM i | =7.5 | |
| IBM i | <=7.5 | |
| IBM i | <=7.4 | |
| IBM i | <=7.3 | |
| IBM i | <=7.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-38721?
CVE-2023-38721 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability in the IBM i product Facsimile Support for i.
What products are affected by CVE-2023-38721?
IBM i versions 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, and 7.5 are affected by CVE-2023-38721.
What is the severity of CVE-2023-38721?
The severity of CVE-2023-38721 is high with a CVSS score of 8.4.
How can a malicious actor exploit CVE-2023-38721?
A malicious actor can exploit CVE-2023-38721 to gain access to a command line with elevated privileges, allowing root access to the host operating system.
How can I fix CVE-2023-38721?
To fix CVE-2023-38721, it is recommended to apply the necessary security patches or updates provided by IBM.
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