CVE-2023-40371

IBM AIX information disclosure

Description

IBM AIX 7.2, 7.3, VIOS 3.1's OpenSSH implementation could allow a non-privileged local user to access files outside of those allowed due to improper access controls. IBM X-Force ID: 263476.

Category

6.2
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.01%
Vendor Advisory ibm.com Vendor Advisory ibmcloud.com
Affected: IBM AIX
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7028420 mitigation vendor advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/263476 vdb entry vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-40371?
CVE-2023-40371 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-40371?
To fix CVE-2023-40371, 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-2023-40371 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-40371 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-2023-40371?
CVE-2023-40371 affects IBM AIX.
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