CVE-2023-28144
HIGHCVSS 7/10EPSS 0.29%
Last modified
CVE-2023-28144 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7/10 on the CVSS scale. KDAB Hotspot 1.3.x and 1.4.x through 1.4.1, in a non-default configuration, allows privilege escalation because of race conditions involving symlinks and elevate_perf_privileges.sh chown calls.. EPSS estimates a 0.29% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
KDAB Hotspot 1.3.x and 1.4.x through 1.4.1, in a non-default configuration, allows privilege escalation because of race conditions involving symlinks and elevate_perf_privileges.sh chown calls.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Kdab | Hotspot | >= 1.3.0, <= 1.4.1 |
References
- https://github.com/KDAB/hotspot/releasesRelease Notes
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2023/03/14/8Exploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/KDAB/hotspot/releasesRelease Notes
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2023/03/14/8Exploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-28144?
KDAB Hotspot 1.3.x and 1.4.x through 1.4.1, in a non-default configuration, allows privilege escalation because of race conditions involving symlinks and elevate_perf_privileges.sh chown calls.
How severe is CVE-2023-28144?
CVE-2023-28144 has a CVSS score of 7/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.29% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-28144?
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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