CVE-2023-45176 Explained : Impact and Mitigation
Learn about the IBM App Connect Enterprise and IBM Integration Bus denial of service vulnerability impacting Windows integration nodes. Get insights on impact, affected versions, and mitigation steps.
A detailed overview of the IBM App Connect Enterprise and IBM Integration Bus denial of service vulnerability.
Understanding CVE-2023-45176
This section provides insights into the nature and impact of the CVE-2023-45176 vulnerability.
What is CVE-2023-45176?
The CVE-2023-45176 vulnerability affects IBM App Connect Enterprise versions 11.0.0.1 through 11.0.0.23, 12.0.1.0 through 12.0.10.0, and IBM Integration Bus version 10.1 through 10.1.0.1. It could lead to a denial of service for integration nodes on Windows, with a CVSS base score of 6.2.
The Impact of CVE-2023-45176
The vulnerability poses a medium severity risk, with a high availability impact but no confidentiality or integrity impact. The attack complexity is low, with only local attack vectors identified in specific scenarios.
Technical Details of CVE-2023-45176
Delve into the specifics of the vulnerability, affected systems, and exploitation methods.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability is due to improper input validation, identified as CWE-20, allowing attackers to trigger a denial of service condition on Windows integration nodes.
Affected Systems and Versions
IBM App Connect Enterprise versions 11.0.0.1 through 11.0.0.23, 12.0.1.0 through 12.0.10.0, and IBM Integration Bus version 10.1 through 10.1.0.1 are susceptible to this vulnerability.
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability can be exploited by sending specifically crafted input to the integration nodes, leading to a denial of service condition.
Mitigation and Prevention
Explore the necessary steps to mitigate the CVE-2023-45176 vulnerability and enhance overall security posture.
Immediate Steps to Take
IBM advises users to apply the latest security updates and patches to the affected systems, prioritizing the remediation of this denial of service vulnerability.
Long-Term Security Practices
To prevent future vulnerabilities, organizations should implement robust input validation mechanisms, conduct regular security audits, and stay informed about security advisories from IBM.
Patching and Updates
Regularly monitor IBM's support pages for vulnerability advisories and apply security patches promptly to secure IBM App Connect Enterprise and IBM Integration Bus deployments.