CVE-2023-46172

Summary

CVE-2023-46172 is a newly disclosed vulnerability affecting IBM DS8900F HMC versions 89.21.19.0, 89.21.31.0, 89.30.68.0, 89.32.40.0, and 89.33.48.0. This issue enables a remote attacker to bypass authentication restrictions for authorized users, potentially gaining unauthorized access to the system. IBM X-Force has assigned ID 269409 to this vulnerability, emphasizing its security significance. The exact method of exploitation is yet to be detailed, but system administrators using the affected HMC versions are advised to apply the relevant patches as soon as possible to mitigate the risk.

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