MEDIUM
CVE-2023-38265
CWE-548Published: February 17, 2026· Updated: Feb 23, 2026
5.3
CVSS v3.1
EPSS:0.03%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:10.0th
Official Description
IBM Cloud Pak System 2.3.3.6, 2.3.3.7, 2.3.4.0, 2.3.4.1, and 2.3.5.0 could disclose folder location information to an unauthenticated attacker that could aid in further attacks against the system.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2023-38265 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorNetwork
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges Req.None
User InteractionNone
ScopeUnchanged
Impact
ConfidentialityLow
IntegrityNone
AvailabilityNone
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N
Affected Vendors & Products
IBM1 product
cloud pak system
Source: NVD CPE · 5 total CPE entries
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Security advisories & exploits
NVD Detail
Official NIST entry
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Official Patches & Advisories
All References (1)
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https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7259955Vendor Advisory
Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2023-38265
CVSS Score5.3 / 10
SeverityMEDIUM
WeaknessCWE-548
CISA KEVNo
EPSS (30d)0.03%
Affected1 vendor
PublishedFeb 17, 2026
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2023-38265 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
Data sourced from NVD (NIST), CISA KEV, and EPSS (FIRST). Analysis generated by CTIWATCH.COM. CVE data is provided under the NVD usage policy.