Vulnerability identifier: #VU85034

Vulnerability risk: High

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

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-45185

CWE-ID: CWE-863

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
IBM i Access Client Solutions
Client/Desktop applications / Software for system administration

Vendor:

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote user to execute remote code on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper authority checks. A remote user can trigger the vulnerability to perform operations on the PC under the user's authority.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

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External links
http://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7091942
http://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/268273

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.