Improper authorization in IBM InfoSphere Information Server

1) Improper Authorization

EUVDB-ID: #VU94684

Risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 2.9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-35022

CWE-ID: CWE-285 - Improper Authorization

Exploit availability: No

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to modify data on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper authorization. A local user can bypass the authorization process and modify data on the system.

Mitigation

Install update from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

IBM InfoSphere Information Server: before 11.7.1 Fix Pack 5

CPE2.3

External links

http://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7158447

Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.