CVE-2023-45191: IBM Engineering Lifecycle Optimization information disclosure

Published Feb 7, 2024
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Updated

IBM Engineering Lifecycle Optimization 7.0.2 and 7.0.3 uses an inadequate account lockout setting that could allow a remote attacker to brute force account credentials. IBM X-Force ID: 268755.

Other sources

IBM Engineering Lifecycle Optimization uses an inadequate account lockout setting that could allow a remote attacker to brute force account credentials.

IBM

Affected Software

4 affected components
IBM Engineering Lifecycle Optimization=7.0.2
IBM Engineering Lifecycle Optimization=7.0.3
IBM PUB<=7.0.3
IBM PUB<=7.0.2

Event History

Feb 7, 2024
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Feb 9, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:34 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:34 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-45191?

CVE-2023-45191 has a severity rating indicating a medium-level risk due to the potential for account brute force attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-45191?

To fix CVE-2023-45191, update IBM Engineering Lifecycle Optimization to version 7.0.4 or later, which addresses the inadequate account lockout configuration.

3

Which versions of IBM products are affected by CVE-2023-45191?

CVE-2023-45191 affects IBM Engineering Lifecycle Optimization versions 7.0.2 and 7.0.3.

4

What kind of attacks can CVE-2023-45191 allow?

CVE-2023-45191 can allow remote attackers to perform brute force attacks to gain unauthorized access to user accounts.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2023-45191 before applying a fix?

A recommended workaround for CVE-2023-45191 is to implement stronger account lockout policies or monitor login attempts until an update can be applied.

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