CVE-2023-43044

CVSS 3.1 Score 7.5 of 10 (high)

Details

Published Sep 28, 2023
Updated: Oct 3, 2023
CWE ID 22

Summary

CVE-2023-43044 is a vulnerability affecting IBM License Metric Tool version 9.2. An attacker can exploit this issue by sending a maliciously crafted URL request containing "dot dot" sequences (/../). This allows the attacker to traverse directories on the system and potentially view arbitrary files, according to IBM's X-Force ID 266893. This vulnerability poses a risk to system security and confidentiality, making it important for IBM License Metric Tool users to apply the available patch or upgrade to a non-vulnerable version as soon as possible.

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Affected Products

  • IBM License Metric Tool

Affected Vendors

  • IBM Corporation

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