CVE-2023-4516
CVSS 3.1 Score 7.8 of 10 (high)
Details
Published Sep 14, 2023
Updated: Sep 20, 2023
Summary
CVE-2023-4516 is a recently disclosed vulnerability affecting the IGSS Update Service. This issue, classified as CWE-306: Missing Authentication for Critical Function, enables local attackers to modify the update source. If an attacker forces an update with malicious content, they can potentially execute remote code, posing a significant security risk. By bypassing authentication requirements for critical functions, this vulnerability undermines the security measures intended to protect against unauthorized changes.
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Affected Products
- IBM AIX
- IBM VIOS
Affected Vendors
- IBM Corporation
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