Security readout for executives and security teams
This CVE describes a remote denial-of-service issue in IBM Hardware Management Console 7 R3.2.0, involving the Pegasus CIM Server. In plain terms, an attacker may be able to disrupt HMC availability, which could affect management of IBM hardware. The public bundle does not provide technical detail, CVSS, or confirmed exploit activity. Exposure is most likely limited to environments running IBM HMC 7 R3.2.0 with Pegasus CIM Server reachable over a network. The bundle does not confirm other affected versions or products. Treat as an availability risk to infrastructure management. Prioritize validation if IBM HMC 7 R3.2.0 exists in production or is reachable beyond tightly controlled admin networks. Mitigation focus: Identify any IBM HMC 7 R3.2.0 systems in use.; Review IBM HMC readme and APAR MB02236 for vendor remediation guidance.; Restrict HMC and CIM management access to trusted administration networks..
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Source materials
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- https://www14.software.ibm.com/webapp/set2/sas/f/hmc/power6/install/v7.Readme.htmlCVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
- hmc-pegasus-cim-dos(40021)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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