CVE-2023-46172: IBM DS8900F security bypass

Published Mar 6, 2024
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Updated

IBM DS8900F HMC 89.21.19.0, 89.21.31.0, 89.30.68.0, 89.32.40.0, and 89.33.48.0 could allow a remote attacker to bypass authentication restrictions for authorized user. IBM X-Force ID: 269409.

Other sources

IBM DS8900F HMC could allow a remote attacker to bypass authentication restrictions for authorized user.

IBM

Affected Software

7 affected components
IBM R9.2<=89.22.19.0
IBM R9.3<=89.30.68.0 89.32.40.0 89.33.48.0
All of the following
Any of the following
IBM Ds8900f Firmware=89.22.19.0
IBM Ds8900f Firmware=89.30.68.0
IBM Ds8900f Firmware=89.32.40.0
IBM Ds8900f Firmware=89.33.48.0
IBM DS8900F

Event History

Mar 6, 2024
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Mar 7, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:38 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:38 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-46172?

CVE-2023-46172 has a high severity level because it allows remote attackers to bypass authentication restrictions for authorized users.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-46172?

Fix CVE-2023-46172 by applying the latest software updates provided by IBM for affected versions of DS8900F HMC.

3

Which IBM products are affected by CVE-2023-46172?

CVE-2023-46172 affects IBM DS8900F HMC versions 89.21.19.0, 89.21.31.0, 89.30.68.0, 89.32.40.0, and 89.33.48.0.

4

Can CVE-2023-46172 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2023-46172 can be exploited remotely, allowing unauthorized access due to authentication bypass.

5

Is there a known workaround for CVE-2023-46172?

Currently, there are no published workarounds for CVE-2023-46172; users should apply patches from IBM.

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