SB2023051768 - Multiple vulnerabilities in IBM Guardium Data Encryption



SB2023051768 - Multiple vulnerabilities in IBM Guardium Data Encryption

Published: May 17, 2023

Security Bulletin ID SB2023051768
Severity
Medium
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 3
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Data manipulation

Breakdown by Severity

Medium 67% Low 33%
  • Low
  • Medium
  • High
  • Critical

Description

This security bulletin contains information about 3 secuirty vulnerabilities.


1) Information exposure through externally-generated error message (CVE-ID: CVE-2023-26272)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain access to potentially sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to excessive data output by the Guardium Cloud Key Manager (GCKM) while handling error conditions. A remote attacker can obtain sensitive information on the system.


2) Improper control of interaction frequency (CVE-ID: CVE-2023-26271)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to perform a brute-force attack.

The vulnerability exists due to an inadequate account lockout setting in the Guardium Cloud Key Manager (GCKM). A remote attacker can perform a brute-force attack.


3) Angular template injection (CVE-ID: CVE-2023-26270)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary JavaScript code on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation. A remote attacker can send a specially crafted request and execute angular template.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.