CVE-2024-40704

IBM InfoSphere Information Server information disclosure

Description

IBM InfoSphere Information Server 11.7 could allow a privileged user to obtain sensitive information from authentication request headers. IBM X-Force ID: 298277.

Category

4.9
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.08%
Vendor Advisory ibm.com
Affected: IBM InfoSphere Information Server
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7160853 vendor advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/298277 vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-40704?
CVE-2024-40704 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-40704?
To fix CVE-2024-40704, 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-2024-40704 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-40704 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-2024-40704?
CVE-2024-40704 affects IBM InfoSphere Information Server.
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