#VU109594 Incorrect Comparison in IBM MQ Operator - CVE-2024-39742

Vulnerability identifier: #VU109594

Vulnerability risk: Critical

CVSSv4.0: 7.2 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:H/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Red]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-39742

CWE-ID: CWE-697

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
IBM MQ Operator
Server applications / Other server solutions

Vendor: IBM Corporation

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to a partial string comparison. A remote attacker can bypass authentication under certain configurations and execute arbitrary code on the target system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

IBM MQ Operator: 2.0.24 - 3.2.2

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External links
https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7159714
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/297169

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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.