CVE-2023-45188

IBM Engineering Lifecycle Optimization Publishing file upload

Description

IBM Engineering Lifecycle Optimization Publishing 7.0.2 and 7.03 could allow a remote attacker to upload arbitrary files, caused by the improper validation of file extensions. By sending a specially crafted request, a remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability to upload a malicious file, which could allow the attacker to execute arbitrary code on the vulnerable system. IBM X-Force ID: 268751.

Category

6.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.25%
Vendor Advisory ibm.com Vendor Advisory ibmcloud.com
Affected: IBM Engineering Lifecycle Optimization Publishing
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7156757 vendor advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/268751 vdb entry vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-45188?
CVE-2023-45188 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-45188?
To fix CVE-2023-45188, 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-2023-45188 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-45188 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-2023-45188?
CVE-2023-45188 affects IBM Engineering Lifecycle Optimization Publishing.
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