Security features bypass in IBM TXSeries for Multiplatforms

1) Security features bypass

EUVDB-ID: #VU77134

Risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 3.2 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-33847

CWE-ID: CWE-254 - Security Features

Exploit availability: No

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to IBM CICS TX Standard does not set the secure attribute on authorization tokens or session cookies. A remote attacker can get the cookie values by sending a http:// link to a user or by planting this link in a site the user goes to.

Mitigation

Install update from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

IBM TXSeries for Multiplatforms: before 9.1.0.2

External links

http://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7001641

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.