HIGH
CVE-2023-43016
CWE-258Published: February 3, 2024· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
7.3
CVSS v3.1
Official Description
IBM Security Access Manager Container (IBM Security Verify Access Appliance 10.0.0.0 through 10.0.6.1 and IBM Security Verify Access Docker 10.0.0.0 through 10.0.6.1) could allow a remote user to log into the server due to a user account with an empty password. IBM X-Force ID: 266154.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2023-43016 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
IntegrityLow
AvailabilityLow
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L
Affected Vendors & Products
IBM2 product(s)
security verify accesssecurity verify access docker
Source: NVD CPE · 2 total CPE entries
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Official Patches & Advisories
All References (5)
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https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/266154VDB Entry · Vendor Advisory
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https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7106586Patch · Vendor Advisory
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https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/266154VDB Entry · Vendor Advisory
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https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7106586Patch · Vendor Advisory
Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2023-43016
CVSS Score7.3 / 10
SeverityHIGH
WeaknessCWE-258
CISA KEVNo
Affected1 vendor(s)
PublishedFeb 3, 2024
Related CVEs (CWE-258)
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2023-43016 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.