SB2023042114 - Untrusted search path in IBM Monitor Component



SB2023042114 - Untrusted search path in IBM Monitor Component

Published: April 21, 2023 Updated: August 17, 2023

Security Bulletin ID SB2023042114
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Local access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Untrusted search path (CVE-ID: CVE-2022-26488)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to escalate privileges on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to the search path being inadequately secured. A non-administrative user can trigger a repair that incorrectly adds user-writable paths into PATH, enabling search-path hijacking of other users and system services.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.