CVE-2023-42006: IBM i information disclosure

Published Nov 29, 2023
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Updated

IBM Administration Runtime Expert for i 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, and 7.5 could allow a local user to obtain sensitive information caused by improper authority checks. IBM X-Force ID: 265266.

Other sources

IBM Administration Runtime Expert for i could allow a local user to obtain sensitive information caused by improper authority checks.

Affected Software

8 affected components
IBM Administration Runtime Expert for i<=7.5
IBM Administration Runtime Expert for i<=7.4
IBM Administration Runtime Expert for i<=7.3
IBM Administration Runtime Expert for i<=7.2
IBM i=7.2
IBM i=7.3
IBM i=7.4
IBM i=7.5

Event History

Nov 29, 2023
CVE Published
12:00 AM
Dec 1, 2023
Data Sourced
04:58 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for IBM i information disclosure?

The vulnerability ID for IBM i information disclosure is CVE-2023-42006.

2

What is the severity rating for CVE-2023-42006?

The severity rating for CVE-2023-42006 is 8.4 (high severity).

3

What is the affected software for CVE-2023-42006?

The affected software for CVE-2023-42006 is IBM Administration Runtime Expert for i versions 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, and 7.5.

4

How can a local user exploit this vulnerability?

A local user can exploit this vulnerability by obtaining sensitive information through improper authority checks.

5

Are there any references available for CVE-2023-42006?

Yes, you can find references for CVE-2023-42006 at the following links: [Reference 1](https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7085891) and [Reference 2](https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/265266).

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