IBM AIX 7.2/7.3 viOS 3.1 OpenSSH Improper Access Control
CVE-2023-40371 Published on August 24, 2023
IBM AIX information disclosure
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.
Vulnerability Analysis
CVE-2023-40371 can be exploited with local system access, and does not require authorization privileges or user interaction. This vulnerability is considered to have a low attack complexity. The potential impact of an exploit of this vulnerability is considered to have a high impact on confidentiality, with no impact on integrity and availability.
Weakness Type
Use of a Broken or Risky Cryptographic Algorithm
The use of a broken or risky cryptographic algorithm is an unnecessary risk that may result in the exposure of sensitive information. The use of a non-standard algorithm is dangerous because a determined attacker may be able to break the algorithm and compromise whatever data has been protected. Well-known techniques may exist to break the algorithm.
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Affected Versions
IBM AIX Version 7.2, 7.3, VIOS 3.1 is affected by CVE-2023-40371Exploit Probability
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