IBM TXSeries Vulnerable to MITM via Sensitive Data in Query Params
CVE-2023-33849 Published on June 7, 2023
IBM CICS TX information disclosure
IBM TXSeries for Multiplatforms 8.1, 8.2, 9.1, CICS TX Standard, 11.1, CICS TX Advanced 10.1, and 11.1 could transmit sensitive information in query parameters that could be intercepted using man in the middle techniques. IBM X-Force ID: 257105.
Vulnerability Analysis
CVE-2023-33849 can be exploited with network access, and does not require authorization privileges or user interaction. This vulnerability is consided to have a high level of attack complexity. The potential impact of an exploit of this vulnerability is considered to have a small impact on confidentiality, a small impact on integrity and availability.
Weakness Type
Missing Encryption of Sensitive Data
The software does not encrypt sensitive or critical information before storage or transmission. The lack of proper data encryption passes up the guarantees of confidentiality, integrity, and accountability that properly implemented encryption conveys.
Products Associated with CVE-2023-33849
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Affected Versions
IBM TXSeries for Multiplatforms:- Version 8.1, 8.2, 9.1 is affected.
- Version 11.1 is affected.
- Version 10.1, 11.1 is affected.
Exploit Probability
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