QID 378765

Date Published: 2023-08-21

QID 378765: IBM Storage Protect Backup-Archive Client Improper Access Controls Vulnerability (7005519)

The IBM Spectrum Protect backup-archive client helps you protect information on your workstations.

Affected Versions:
IBM Spectrum (Storage) Protect Backup-Archive Client 8.1.0.0 - 8.1.17.2 for (Microsoft Windows 8.1, 10, and 11)

Note : This problem does not affect Microsoft Windows server operating systems. QID Detection Logic(Authenticated):
This checks for vulnerable versions of IBM Spectrum Protect Backup-Archive Client

Successful exploitation may allow a local user to escalate their privileges due to improper access controls.

  • CVSS V3 rated as High - 7.8 severity.
  • CVSS V2 rated as High - 6 severity.
  • Solution
    Vendor has released updated version to address this issue. Refer to 7005519 for details.
    Vendor References

    CVEs related to QID 378765

    Software Advisories
    Advisory ID Software Component Link
    7005519 URL Logo www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7005519
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