CVE-2023-46172
CWE-287Published: March 7, 2024· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
IBM DS8900F HMC 89.21.19.0, 89.21.31.0, 89.30.68.0, 89.32.40.0, and 89.33.48.0 could allow a remote attacker to bypass authentication restrictions for authorized user. IBM X-Force ID: 269409.
Risk Analysis
IBM DS8900F HMC firmware versions contain a vulnerability that allows remote attackers to bypass authentication. This critical flaw grants unauthorized access to the system, posing a significant security risk.
The vulnerability is remotely exploitable with low complexity. It is not in CISA KEV and has no specific exploit status.
Apply the latest firmware updates provided by IBM for the DS8900F HMC to resolve the authentication bypass.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2023-46172 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.
A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.8.
From a weakness classification perspective (CWE-287): Authentication bypass vulnerabilities allow attackers to access protected resources without valid credentials.
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2023-46172 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts