CVE-2024-51464: IBM i authentication bypass

Published Dec 20, 2024
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Updated

IBM i 7.3, 7.4, and 7.5 is vulnerable to bypassing Navigator for i interface restrictions. By sending a specially crafted request, an authenticated attacker could exploit this vulnerability to remotely perform operations that the user is not allowed to perform when using Navigator for i.

Other sources

IBM i is vulnerable to bypassing Navigator for i interface restrictions.  By sending a specially crafted request, an authenticated attacker could exploit this vulnerability to remotely perform operations that the user is not allowed to perform when using Navigator for i.

IBM

Affected Software

7 affected components
IBM i<=7.5
IBM i<=7.4
IBM i<=7.3
All of the following
Any of the following
IBM i=7.3
IBM i=7.4
IBM i=7.5
IBM i

Event History

Dec 20, 2024
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Dec 21, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:44 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:44 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Apr 15, 2025
Exploit Published
12:00 AM
Known Exploited
09:50 AM

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-51464?

CVE-2024-51464 has a critical severity rating due to its potential for unauthorized remote operations.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-51464?

To mitigate CVE-2024-51464, update your IBM i systems to the latest version provided by IBM.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2024-51464?

CVE-2024-51464 affects users of IBM i versions 7.3, 7.4, and 7.5.

4

What type of attack does CVE-2024-51464 exploit?

CVE-2024-51464 exploits vulnerable interface restrictions through specially crafted requests.

5

What are the possible implications of CVE-2024-51464?

Successful exploitation of CVE-2024-51464 could allow attackers to perform unauthorized operations on affected IBM i systems.

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