CVE-2023-47712: IBM Security Guardium privilege escalation

Published May 10, 2024
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Updated

IBM Security Guardium 11.3, 11.4, 11.5, and 12.0 could allow a local user to gain elevated privileges on the system due to improper permissions control. IBM X-Force ID: 271527.

Other sources

IBM Security Guardium could allow a local user to gain elevated privileges on the system due to improper permissions control.

IBM

Affected Software

8 affected components
IBM Security Guardium=11.3
IBM Security Guardium=11.4
IBM Security Guardium=11.5
IBM Security Guardium=12.0
IBM Security Guardium<=11.3
IBM Security Guardium<=11.4
IBM Security Guardium<=11.5
IBM Security Guardium<=12.0

Event History

May 10, 2024
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
May 11, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:15 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
May 14, 2024
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:56 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-47712?

The severity of CVE-2023-47712 is considered high due to the potential for local users to gain elevated privileges.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-47712?

To fix CVE-2023-47712, apply the latest security patches provided by IBM for affected versions of Security Guardium.

3

Which versions are affected by CVE-2023-47712?

CVE-2023-47712 affects IBM Security Guardium versions 11.3, 11.4, 11.5, and 12.0.

4

What are the potential risks of CVE-2023-47712?

The potential risks of CVE-2023-47712 include unauthorized access and control over sensitive data and system configurations.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2023-47712?

Currently, applying the recommended updates is the most effective way to mitigate CVE-2023-47712, with no specific workarounds recommended.

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