CVE-2024-43176: IBM OpenPages information disclosure

Published Jan 9, 2025

Updated

IBM OpenPages 9.0 could allow an authenticated user to obtain sensitive information such as configurations that should only be available to privileged users.

Affected Software

4 affected components

IBM OpenPages

All of the following

IBM OpenPages with Watson=9.0

Any of the following

Linux Linux kernel

Microsoft Windows

Event History

Jan 9, 2025

CVE Published

via MITRE·02:03 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·02:03 PM

DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Data Sourced

via NVD·02:15 PM

DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-43176?

The severity of CVE-2024-43176 is classified as a medium risk due to the potential exposure of sensitive configuration information.

How do I fix CVE-2024-43176?

To fix CVE-2024-43176, ensure that sensitive configurations are adequately restricted to only privileged users and apply any relevant security patches from IBM.

Who is affected by CVE-2024-43176?

CVE-2024-43176 affects authenticated users of IBM OpenPages 9.0 who may gain unauthorized access to sensitive information.

What type of information could be leaked due to CVE-2024-43176?

CVE-2024-43176 could potentially leak sensitive information such as configurations that should only be accessible by privileged users.

Is there a workaround for CVE-2024-43176?

Currently, implementing strict access controls for user permissions can serve as a workaround for CVE-2024-43176 until a formal patch is applied.