CVE-2023-46179

IBM Secure Proxy information disclosure

Description

IBM Sterling Secure Proxy 6.0.3 and 6.1.0 does not set the secure attribute on authorization tokens or session cookies. Attackers may be able to get the cookie values by sending a http:// link to a user or by planting this link in a site the user goes to. The cookie will be sent to the insecure link and the attacker can then obtain the cookie value by snooping the traffic. IBM X-Force ID: 269683.

Category

4.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.03%
Vendor Advisory ibm.com Vendor Advisory ibmcloud.com
Affected: IBM Secure Proxy
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7142038 patch vendor advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/269683 vdb entry vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-46179?
CVE-2023-46179 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-46179?
To fix CVE-2023-46179, 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-2023-46179 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-46179 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-2023-46179?
CVE-2023-46179 affects IBM Secure Proxy.
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