CVE-2023-47702: IBM Security Guardium Key Lifecycle Manager directory traversal

Published Dec 6, 2023
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Updated

IBM Security Guardium Key Lifecycle Manager 4.3 could allow a remote attacker to traverse directories on the system. An attacker could send a specially crafted URL request containing "dot dot" sequences (/../) to view modify files on the system. IBM X-Force ID: 271196.

Other sources

IBM Security Guardium Key Lifecycle Manager could allow a remote attacker to traverse directories on the system. An attacker could send a specially crafted URL request containing "dot dot" sequences (/../) to view modify files on the system.

IBM

Affected Software

5 affected componentsFixes available
IBM Security Guardium Key Lifecycle Manager<=4.2
All of the following
IBM Security Guardium Key Lifecycle Manager>=4.2.0<4.2.0.2
Any of the following
IBM AIX
Linux Linux kernel
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Dec 6, 2023
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Dec 20, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:11 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:11 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-47702?

The severity of CVE-2023-47702 is classified as high due to the potential for remote directory traversal vulnerabilities.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-47702?

To fix CVE-2023-47702, apply the appropriate patch from IBM for the Security Guardium Key Lifecycle Manager software.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2023-47702?

CVE-2023-47702 affects IBM Security Guardium Key Lifecycle Manager versions up to 4.2.0.2.

4

Can CVE-2023-47702 lead to unauthorized file access?

Yes, CVE-2023-47702 allows attackers to exploit directory traversal techniques to access unauthorized files on the system.

5

When was CVE-2023-47702 disclosed?

CVE-2023-47702 was disclosed as part of IBM's security advisories regarding vulnerabilities in their software products.

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