CVE-2023-50949: IBM QRadar improper certificate validation

Published Apr 10, 2024
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Updated

IBM QRadar could allow an unauthorized user to perform unauthorized actions due to improper certificate validation.

Other sources

IBM QRadar SIEM 7.5 could allow an unauthorized user to perform unauthorized actions due to improper certificate validation. IBM X-Force ID: 275706.

— MITRE

Affected Software

10 affected components
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.5.0
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.5.0-update_pack_1
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.5.0-update_pack_2
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.5.0-update_pack_3
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.5.0-update_pack_4
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.5.0-update_pack_5
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.5.0-update_pack_6
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.5.0-update_pack_7
IBM QRadar Security Information and Event Manager=7.5.0-update_pack_8
IBM QRadar SIEM<=7.5 - 7.5.0 UP8

Event History

Apr 10, 2024
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Apr 11, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:54 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:54 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Parent advisories

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-50949?

CVE-2023-50949 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow unauthorized actions within IBM QRadar.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-50949?

To fix CVE-2023-50949, upgrade IBM QRadar SIEM to the latest version that addresses the improper certificate validation issue.

3

What products are affected by CVE-2023-50949?

CVE-2023-50949 affects IBM QRadar SIEM versions up to and including 7.5.0 UP8.

4

Can CVE-2023-50949 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2023-50949 can be exploited remotely by an unauthorized user to perform actions due to poor certificate validation.

5

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2023-50949 on my system?

The potential impacts of CVE-2023-50949 include unauthorized data access and manipulation within the affected IBM QRadar system.

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