Vulnerability identifier: #VU80821

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 7.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-35899

CWE-ID: CWE-1236

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
IBM Cloud Pak for Business Automation
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 improper validation of csv file contents. A remote unauthenticated attacker can execute arbitrary commands on the system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

IBM Cloud Pak for Business Automation: All versions

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External links
http://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7030357

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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.