CVE-2023-27246

Name: CVE-2023-27246
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2023-03-28T18:15:09.527+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 0.80%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2023-27246 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. An arbitrary file upload vulnerability in the Virtual Disk of MK-Auth 23.01K4.9 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via uploading a crafted .htaccess file.. EPSS estimates a 0.80% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

An arbitrary file upload vulnerability in the Virtual Disk of MK-Auth 23.01K4.9 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via uploading a crafted .htaccess file.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

8.8/10

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

EPSS Probability

0.80%

51.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Mk-Auth	Mk-Auth	<= 23.01k4.9

References

https://github.com/IntruderLabs/2023-05-25-ziroudei/blob/main/README.mdThird Party Advisory
https://github.com/IntruderLabs/2023-05-25-ziroudei/blob/main/README.mdThird Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Mar 28, 2023
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-27246?

An arbitrary file upload vulnerability in the Virtual Disk of MK-Auth 23.01K4.9 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via uploading a crafted .htaccess file.

How severe is CVE-2023-27246?

CVE-2023-27246 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.80% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2023-27246?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2023-27246?

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Source: NVD / NIST