CVE-2023-42019: IBM InfoSphere Information Server information disclosure

Published Nov 29, 2023
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Updated

IBM InfoSphere Information Server 11.7 could allow a remote attacker to cause a denial of service due to improper input validation. IBM X-Force ID: 265161.

Other sources

IBM InfoSphere Information Server could allow a remote attacker to obtain sensitive information, caused by the failure to properly enable HTTP Strict Transport Security. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to obtain sensitive information using man in the middle techniques.

Affected Software

6 affected componentsFixes available
IBM InfoSphere Information Server<=11.7
All of the following
Any of the following
IBM InfoSphere Information Server>=11.7.0.0<11.7.1.0
IBM InfoSphere Information Server>=11.7.0.0<11.7.1.4
Any of the following
IBM AIX
Linux Linux kernel
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Nov 29, 2023
CVE Published
12:00 AM
Dec 1, 2023
Data Sourced
09:01 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID of this security issue?

The vulnerability ID of this security issue is CVE-2023-42019.

2

What is the title of this vulnerability?

The title of this vulnerability is 'IBM InfoSphere Information Server information disclosure'.

3

What is the severity level of this vulnerability?

The severity level of this vulnerability is medium with a CVSS score of 5.9.

4

What is the affected software?

The affected software is IBM InfoSphere Information Server version 11.7.

5

How can I fix this vulnerability?

To fix this vulnerability, apply the patch provided by IBM. You can find the patch at: [IBM Support Page](https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/878310).

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