CVE-2022-22323 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2022-22323 impacting IBM Security Verify Password Synchronization Plug-in for Windows AD version 10.0.0. Find out the impact, technical details, and mitigation steps for this denial of service vulnerability.
IBM Security Identity Manager (IBM Security Verify Password Synchronization Plug-in for Windows AD 10.x) is vulnerable to a denial of service due to a heap-based buffer overflow in the Password Synch Plug-in. An authenticated attacker could exploit this vulnerability to cause a denial of service.
Understanding CVE-2022-22323
This section provides insights into the vulnerability, its impact, technical details, and mitigation strategies.
What is CVE-2022-22323?
CVE-2022-22323 is a vulnerability in the IBM Security Verify Password Synchronization Plug-in for Windows AD 10.x, leading to a denial of service attack through a heap-based buffer overflow in the Password Synch Plug-in.
The Impact of CVE-2022-22323
The vulnerability allows an authenticated attacker to trigger a denial of service, impacting system availability. It has a CVSS base score of 5.7 (Medium severity).
Technical Details of CVE-2022-22323
This section delves into the vulnerability description, affected systems, version details, and the exploitation mechanism.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability involves a heap-based buffer overflow in the Password Synch Plug-in, allowing an attacker to disrupt the service.
Affected Systems and Versions
IBM Security Verify Password Synchronization Plug-in for Windows AD version 10.0.0 is affected by this vulnerability.
Exploitation Mechanism
An authenticated attacker can exploit the vulnerability to execute a denial of service attack on the affected system.
Mitigation and Prevention
Discover the necessary steps to secure your systems against CVE-2022-22323.
Immediate Steps to Take
Organizations should apply the official fix provided by IBM to address the vulnerability promptly.
Long-Term Security Practices
Implement robust security measures, such as regular security patches, network segmentation, and access control, to enhance overall system security.
Patching and Updates
Regularly update the affected IBM Security Verify Password Synchronization Plug-in for Windows AD version to mitigate the risks associated with CVE-2022-22323.