CVE-2024-52896: IBM MQ information disclosure

Published Dec 19, 2024
·
Updated

IBM MQ 9.2 LTS, 9.3 LTS, 9.3 CD, 9.4 LTS, and 9.4 CD web console could allow a remote attacker to obtain sensitive information when a detailed technical error message is returned.

Other sources

IBM MQ web console could allow a remote attacker to obtain sensitive information when a detailed technical error message is returned.

IBM

Affected Software

12 affected components
IBM MQ<=9.4 LTS
IBM MQ<=9.4 CD
IBM MQ<=9.3 LTS
IBM MQ<=9.3 CD
IBM MQ<=9.2 LTS
All of the following
Any of the following
IBM MQ>=9.2.0.0<9.2.0.30
IBM MQ>=9.3.0<9.4.1.1
IBM MQ>=9.3.0.0<9.3.0.26
IBM MQ>=9.4.0.0<9.4.0.7
Any of the following
IBM Linux On Ibm Z
Linux Linux kernel
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Dec 19, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:01 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:01 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-52896?

CVE-2024-52896 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for sensitive information disclosure.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-52896?

To mitigate CVE-2024-52896, upgrade IBM MQ to a version beyond 9.4 LTS or 9.4 CD to avoid detailed technical error message leaks.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2024-52896?

CVE-2024-52896 affects users of IBM MQ versions 9.2 LTS, 9.3 LTS, 9.3 CD, 9.4 LTS, and 9.4 CD.

4

What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2024-52896?

CVE-2024-52896 can be exploited by remote attackers to potentially gain access to sensitive information through detailed error messages.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2024-52896 until a patch is applied?

Currently, it is recommended to restrict access to the IBM MQ web console to prevent information leakage related to CVE-2024-52896.

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