CVE-2023-38178
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 2.59%
Last modified
CVE-2023-38178 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. .NET Core and Visual Studio Denial of Service Vulnerability. EPSS estimates a 2.59% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
.NET Core and Visual Studio Denial of Service Vulnerability
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | .Net | 6.0.0 |
| Microsoft | Visual Studio 2022 | >= 17.2.0, < 17.2.18 |
| Microsoft | Visual Studio 2022 | >= 17.4.0, < 17.4.10 |
References
- https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2023-38178Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2023-38178Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-38178?
.NET Core and Visual Studio Denial of Service Vulnerability
How severe is CVE-2023-38178?
CVE-2023-38178 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.59% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-38178?
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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