CVE-2025-33137: IBM Aspera Faspex data modification

Published May 21, 2025
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Updated

IBM Aspera Faspex 5 could allow an authenticated user to obtain sensitive information or perform unauthorized actions on behalf of another user due to client-side enforcement of server-side security.

Other sources

IBM Aspera Faspex 5.0.0 through 5.0.12 could allow an authenticated user to obtain sensitive information or perform unauthorized actions on behalf of another user due to client-side enforcement of server-side security.

MITRE

Affected Software

3 affected components
IBM Aspera Faspex 5<=5.0.0 - 5.0.12
All of the following
IBM Aspera Faspex>=5.0.0<5.0.12.1
Linux Linux kernel

Remediation

Information

IBM strongly recommends addressing the vulnerabilities now by upgrading the container images to 5.0.12.1 available from IBM Container Registry

Event History

May 21, 2025
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
May 22, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:36 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:36 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-33137?

The severity of CVE-2025-33137 is considered high due to its potential to allow unauthorized access to sensitive information.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-33137?

To fix CVE-2025-33137, update IBM Aspera Faspex to the latest version beyond 5.0.12 where the vulnerability is addressed.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2025-33137?

CVE-2025-33137 affects authenticated users of IBM Aspera Faspex versions 5.0.0 through 5.0.12.

4

What are the potential risks of CVE-2025-33137?

The potential risks of CVE-2025-33137 include unauthorized actions being performed on behalf of another user, leading to data breaches.

5

What products are impacted by CVE-2025-33137?

CVE-2025-33137 impacts IBM Aspera Faspex versions 5.0.0 to 5.0.12, allowing for sensitive information exposure.

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