Improper authentication in IBM FlashSystem 5300
| Risk | Low |
| Patch available | YES |
| Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
| CVE-ID | CVE-2024-39723 |
| CWE-ID | CWE-287 |
| Exploitation vector | Local |
| Public exploit | N/A |
| Vulnerable software Subscribe |
Storage Virtualize Other software / Other software solutions |
| Vendor | IBM Corporation |
Security Bulletin
This security bulletin contains one low risk vulnerability.
1) Improper Authentication
EUVDB-ID: #VU94638
Risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 3.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2024-39723
CWE-ID:
CWE-287 - Improper Authentication
Exploit availability: No
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a user with physical access to the system to bypass authentication process.
The vulnerability exists due to IBM FlashSystem 5300 USB ports may be usable even if the port has been disabled. A user with physical access to the system can use the USB port to cause loss of access to data.
MitigationInstall update from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versionsStorage Virtualize: before 8.7.0.0
CPE2.3http://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7159333
Q & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
No. The attacker should have physical access to the system in order to successfully exploit this vulnerability.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.
