SB2024012608 - Improper certificate validation in IBM Event Processing



SB2024012608 - Improper certificate validation in IBM Event Processing

Published: January 26, 2024

Security Bulletin ID SB2024012608
Severity
Medium
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Data manipulation

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Improper Certificate Validation (CVE-ID: CVE-2023-4586)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to perform MitM attack.

The vulnerability exists due to the Hot Rod client does not enable hostname validation when using TLS. A remote attacker can perform MitM attack.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.