CVE-2023-29975

Name: CVE-2023-29975
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2023-11-09T22:15:10.583+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.2/10EPSS 1.68%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2023-29975 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.2/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue discovered in Pfsense CE version 2.6.0 allows attackers to change the password of any user without verification.. EPSS estimates a 1.68% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

An issue discovered in Pfsense CE version 2.6.0 allows attackers to change the password of any user without verification.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.2/10

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

EPSS Probability

1.68%

74.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-287

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Pfsense	Pfsense	2.6.0

References

https://www.esecforte.com/cve-2023-29975-unverified-password-changed/Third Party Advisory
https://www.esecforte.com/cve-2023-29975-unverified-password-changed/Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Nov 9, 2023
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-29975?

An issue discovered in Pfsense CE version 2.6.0 allows attackers to change the password of any user without verification.

How severe is CVE-2023-29975?

CVE-2023-29975 has a CVSS score of 7.2/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.68% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2023-29975?

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-2023-29975?

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Source: NVD / NIST