CVE-2023-2091

Name: CVE-2023-2091
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2023-04-15T09:15:07.683+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 1.47%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2023-2091 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A vulnerability classified as critical was found in KylinSoft youker-assistant on KylinOS. Affected by this vulnerability is the function adjust_cpufreq_scaling_governer. EPSS estimates a 1.47% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A vulnerability classified as critical was found in KylinSoft youker-assistant on KylinOS. Affected by this vulnerability is the function adjust_cpufreq_scaling_governer. The manipulation leads to os command injection. It is possible to launch the attack on the local host. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. Upgrading to version 3.1.4.13 is able to address this issue. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component. The associated identifier of this vulnerability is VDB-226099.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.8/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

1.47%

70.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-78

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Kylinos	Youker-Assistant	< 3.1.4.13

References

https://github.com/i900008/vulndb/blob/main/youker-assistant_vuln.mdExploit, Third Party Advisory
https://kylinos.cn/support/loophole/patch/3375.html
https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.226099Permissions Required, Third Party Advisory
https://vuldb.com/?id.226099Third Party Advisory
https://github.com/i900008/vulndb/blob/main/youker-assistant_vuln.mdExploit, Third Party Advisory
https://kylinos.cn/support/loophole/patch/3375.html
https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.226099Permissions Required, Third Party Advisory
https://vuldb.com/?id.226099Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Apr 15, 2023
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-2091?

How severe is CVE-2023-2091?

CVE-2023-2091 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.47% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2023-2091?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST