Security restrictions bypass in IBM Spectrum Protect Server

1) Improper access control

EUVDB-ID: #VU61477

Risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 7.1 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-22394

CWE-ID: CWE-284 - Improper Access Control

Exploit availability: No

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote user to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions. A remote user can bypass implemented security restrictions and gain unauthorized access to the application.

Mitigation

Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Spectrum Protect Server: before 8.1.14.100

External links

http://www.ibm.com/blogs/psirt/security-bulletin-ibm-spectrum-protect-8-1-14-000-server-is-vulnerable-to-bypass-of-security-restrictions-cve-2022-22394/
http://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6564745

Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

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