CVE-2023-28120
MEDIUMCVSS 5.3/10EPSS 0.91%
Last modified
CVE-2023-28120 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.3/10 on the CVSS scale. There is a vulnerability in ActiveSupport if the new bytesplice method is called on a SafeBuffer with untrusted user input.. EPSS estimates a 0.91% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
There is a vulnerability in ActiveSupport if the new bytesplice method is called on a SafeBuffer with untrusted user input.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Deferred
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-28120?
There is a vulnerability in ActiveSupport if the new bytesplice method is called on a SafeBuffer with untrusted user input.
How severe is CVE-2023-28120?
CVE-2023-28120 has a CVSS score of 5.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.91% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-28120?
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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