CVE-2023-40375: IBM i privilege escalation
First published: Mon Sep 25 2023(Updated: )
Integrated application server for IBM i 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, and 7.5 contains a local privilege escalation vulnerability. A malicious actor with command line access to the host operating system can elevate privileges to gain root access to the host operating system. IBM X-Force ID: 263580.
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 the vulnerability ID of the local privilege escalation vulnerability in IBM i?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2023-40375.
What is the severity of CVE-2023-40375?
The severity of CVE-2023-40375 is high.
Which versions of IBM i are affected by CVE-2023-40375?
IBM i versions 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, and 7.5 are affected by CVE-2023-40375.
How can a malicious actor exploit CVE-2023-40375?
A malicious actor with command line access to the host operating system can exploit CVE-2023-40375 to elevate privileges and gain root access to the host operating system.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-40375?
You can find more information about CVE-2023-40375 at the following references: [link1], [link2].
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