CVE-2023-43040
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 2.54%
Last modified
CVE-2023-43040 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM Spectrum Fusion HCI 2.5.2 through 2.7.2 could allow an attacker to perform unauthorized actions in RGW for Ceph due to improper bucket access. IBM X-Force ID: 266807.. EPSS estimates a 2.54% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM Spectrum Fusion HCI 2.5.2 through 2.7.2 could allow an attacker to perform unauthorized actions in RGW for Ceph due to improper bucket access. IBM X-Force ID: 266807.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Storage Fusion Hci | >= 2.5.2, < 2.8.0 |
References
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/266807Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7151040Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/266807Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7151040Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-43040?
IBM Spectrum Fusion HCI 2.5.2 through 2.7.2 could allow an attacker to perform unauthorized actions in RGW for Ceph due to improper bucket access. IBM X-Force ID: 266807.
How severe is CVE-2023-43040?
CVE-2023-43040 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.54% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-43040?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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