CVE-2023-27540

IBM Watson CP4D Data Stores denial of service

Description

IBM Watson CP4D Data Stores 4.6.0 does not properly allocate resources without limits or throttling which could allow a remote attacker with information specific to the system to cause a denial of service. IBM X-Force ID: 248924.

Category

5.9
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.08%
Vendor Advisory ibm.com Vendor Advisory ibmcloud.com
Affected: IBM Watson CP4D Data Stores
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7009883 vendor advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/248924 vdb entry vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-27540?
CVE-2023-27540 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-27540?
To fix CVE-2023-27540, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2023-27540 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-27540 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-27540?
CVE-2023-27540 affects IBM Watson CP4D Data Stores.
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