CVE-2023-41998
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 15.27%
Last modified
CVE-2023-41998 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Arcserve UDP prior to 9.2 contained a vulnerability in the com.ca.arcflash.rps.webservice.RPSService4CPMImpl interface. A routine exists that allows an attacker to upload and execute arbitrary files.. EPSS estimates a 15.27% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Arcserve UDP prior to 9.2 contained a vulnerability in the com.ca.arcflash.rps.webservice.RPSService4CPMImpl interface. A routine exists that allows an attacker to upload and execute arbitrary files.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Arcserve | Udp | < 9.2 |
References
- https://www.tenable.com/security/research/tra-2023-37Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.tenable.com/security/research/tra-2023-37Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-41998?
Arcserve UDP prior to 9.2 contained a vulnerability in the com.ca.arcflash.rps.webservice.RPSService4CPMImpl interface. A routine exists that allows an attacker to upload and execute arbitrary files.
How severe is CVE-2023-41998?
CVE-2023-41998 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 15.27% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-41998?
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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