CVE-2024-45651: IBM Sterling Connect:Direct Web Services session fixation

Published Apr 17, 2025
·
Updated

IBM Sterling Connect:Direct Web Services 6.1.0, 6.2.0, and 6.3.0

does not invalidate session after a browser closure which could allow an authenticated user to impersonate another user on the system.

Other sources

IBM Sterling Connect:Direct Web Services does not invalidate session after a browser closure which could allow an authenticated user to impersonate another user on the system.

IBM

Affected Software

10 affected componentsFixes available
IBM Sterling Connect:Direct Web Services>=6.1.0<=6.3.0
IBM Sterling Connect:Direct Web Services<=6.3.0
IBM Sterling Connect:Direct Web Services<=6.1.0
IBM Sterling Connect:Direct Web Services<=6.2.0
All of the following
Any of the following
IBM Sterling Connect Direct Web Services>=6.1.0<6.1.0.28
IBM Sterling Connect Direct Web Services>=6.2.0<6.2.0.27
IBM Sterling Connect Direct Web Services>=6.3.0<6.3.0.13
Any of the following
IBM AIX
Linux Linux kernel
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Apr 17, 2025
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Apr 18, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:04 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:04 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-45651?

CVE-2024-45651 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential exploitation, allowing session hijacking.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-45651?

To fix CVE-2024-45651, it is recommended to apply the latest patches provided by IBM for Sterling Connect:Direct Web Services.

3

What versions are affected by CVE-2024-45651?

CVE-2024-45651 affects IBM Sterling Connect:Direct Web Services versions 6.1.0 through 6.3.0.

4

What is the impact of CVE-2024-45651?

The impact of CVE-2024-45651 allows authenticated users to remain logged in after closing their browser, increasing the risk of unauthorized impersonation.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2024-45651?

Currently, there are no recommended workarounds for CVE-2024-45651, and updating to the patched version is the best course of action.

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