Multiple vulnerabilities in IBM WebSphere Service Registry and Repository

Published: 2023-03-09

Risk	High
Patch available	YES
Number of vulnerabilities	2
CVE-ID	CVE-2022-40664 CVE-2023-24998
CWE-ID	CWE-287 CWE-770
Exploitation vector	Network
Public exploit	Public exploit code for vulnerability #1 is available.
Vulnerable software Subscribe	WebSphere Service Registry and Repository Server applications / Other server solutions
Vendor	IBM Corporation

Security Bulletin

This security bulletin contains information about 2 vulnerabilities.

1) Improper Authentication

EUVDB-ID: #VU68270

Risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 8.2 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N/E:P/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-40664

CWE-ID: CWE-287 - Improper Authentication

Exploit availability: Yes

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication process.

The vulnerability exists due to an error when forwarding or including requests via RequestDispatcher. A remote attacker can bypass authentication process and gain unauthorized access to the application.

Mitigation

Install update from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

WebSphere Service Registry and Repository: All versions

External links

http://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6962169

Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.

2) Allocation of Resources Without Limits or Throttling

EUVDB-ID: #VU72427

Risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 6.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-24998

CWE-ID: CWE-770 - Allocation of Resources Without Limits or Throttling

Exploit availability: No