#VU95327 Insufficiently protected credentials in IBM TXSeries for Multiplatforms - CVE-2024-22345

Vulnerability identifier: #VU95327

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 4.3 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-22345

CWE-ID: CWE-522

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
IBM TXSeries for Multiplatforms
Server applications / Other server solutions

Vendor: IBM Corporation

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to IBM TXSeries for Multiplatforms uses an insecure method that is susceptible to unauthorized interception and/or retrieval. A local user can gain unauthorized access to sensitive information on the system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

IBM TXSeries for Multiplatforms: before 8.2.0.3

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External links
https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7150667
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/280192

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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.