CVE-2023-4163
MEDIUMCVSS 4.4/10EPSS 0.25%
Last modified
CVE-2023-4163 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.4/10 on the CVSS scale. In Brocade Fabric OS before v9.2.0a, a local authenticated privileged user can trigger a buffer overflow condition, leading to a kernel panic with large input to buffers in the portcfgfportbuffers command.. EPSS estimates a 0.25% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In Brocade Fabric OS before v9.2.0a, a local authenticated privileged user can trigger a buffer overflow condition, leading to a kernel panic with large input to buffers in the portcfgfportbuffers command.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Broadcom | Fabric Operating System | < 9.2.0a |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-4163?
In
Brocade Fabric OS before v9.2.0a, a local authenticated privileged user
can trigger a buffer overflow condition, leading to a kernel panic with
large input to buffers in the portcfgfportbuffers command.
How severe is CVE-2023-4163?
CVE-2023-4163 has a CVSS score of 4.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.25% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-4163?
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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