CVE-2023-4976: FlashBlade Authentication Mechanism Vulnerability

Published Jul 17, 2024
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Updated

A flaw exists in FlashBlade whereby a local account is permitted to authenticate to the management interface using an unintended method that allows an attacker to gain privileged access to the array.

Other sources

A flaw exists in Purity//FB whereby a local account is permitted to authenticate to the management interface using an unintended method that allows an attacker to gain privileged access to the array.

NVD

Affected Software

2 affected components
Pure Storage FlashBlade
Pure Storage Purity//FB

Remediation

Information

This vulnerability can be fixed either by applying a patch or upgrading to an unaffected Purity version. This issue is resolved in the following FlashBlade Purity versions: * Purity//FB 3.3.11 or later * Purity//FB 4.1.9 or later * Purity//FB 4.2.3 or later * Purity//FB 4.3.0 or later * Purity//FB 4.4.0 or later

Event History

Jul 17, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:25 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:25 PM
RemedyDescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-4976?

CVE-2023-4976 has been rated as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for granting unauthorized privileged access to an attacker.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-4976?

To remediate CVE-2023-4976, it is recommended to apply the latest security patches provided by Pure Storage for both FlashBlade and Purity//FB products.

3

What types of systems are affected by CVE-2023-4976?

CVE-2023-4976 affects Pure Storage FlashBlade and Pure Storage Purity//FB systems with local account management interfaces.

4

What are the consequences of CVE-2023-4976 if exploited?

If exploited, CVE-2023-4976 allows an attacker to gain privileged access to the management interface, potentially leading to a full system compromise.

5

Is CVE-2023-4976 being actively exploited in the wild?

As of now, there is no public information indicating that CVE-2023-4976 is actively being exploited in the wild.

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