Vulnerability identifier: #VU69432

Vulnerability risk: Low

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

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-34314

CWE-ID: CWE-276

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
IBM CICS TX Advanced
Universal components / Libraries / Software for developers
IBM CICS TX Standard
Universal components / Libraries / Software for developers

Vendor: IBM Corporation

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to gain access to sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to incorrect default permissions. A local user with access to the system can gain access to sensitive information.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

IBM CICS TX Advanced: 11.1 - 11.1.0.0 ifix4

IBM CICS TX Standard: 11.1 - 11.1.0.0 ifix4

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External links
http://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6833170
http://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6833166

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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.