CVE-2023-38730: IBM Spectrum Copy Data Management information disclosure

Published Aug 25, 2023
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Updated

IBM Storage Copy Data Management 2.2.0.0 through 2.2.19.0 uses weaker than expected cryptographic algorithms that could allow an attacker to decrypt highly sensitive information. IBM X-Force ID: 262268.

Other sources

IBM Storage Copy Data Management uses weaker than expected cryptographic algorithms that could allow an attacker to decrypt highly sensitive information.

Affected Software

2 affected components
IBM Storage Copy Data Management>=2.2.0.0<=2.2.19.0
IBM Spectrum Copy Data Management<=2.2.0.0 - 2.2.19.0

Event History

Aug 25, 2023
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via IBM·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Aug 27, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:10 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:10 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2023-38730?

CVE-2023-38730 is a vulnerability in IBM Storage Copy Data Management that allows an attacker to decrypt sensitive information due to the use of weaker cryptographic algorithms.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2023-38730?

The severity of CVE-2023-38730 is high, with a severity value of 7.5.

3

What software versions are affected by CVE-2023-38730?

IBM Storage Copy Data Management versions 2.2.0.0 to 2.2.19.0 are affected by CVE-2023-38730.

4

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2023-38730?

An attacker can exploit CVE-2023-38730 by using weaker cryptographic algorithms to decrypt highly sensitive information.

5

Is there a fix for CVE-2023-38730?

Yes, IBM has provided a fix for CVE-2023-38730. Please refer to the IBM support page for more information.

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