CVE-2023-42765
MEDIUMCVSS 5.4/10EPSS 0.29%
Last modified
CVE-2023-42765 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.4/10 on the CVSS scale. An attacker with access to the vulnerable software could introduce arbitrary JavaScript by injecting a cross-site scripting payload into the "username" parameter in the SNMP configuration. . EPSS estimates a 0.29% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An attacker with access to the vulnerable software could introduce arbitrary JavaScript by injecting a cross-site scripting payload into the "username" parameter in the SNMP configuration.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Westermo | L206-F2g Firmware | 4.24 |
References
- https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/ics-advisories/icsa-24-023-04Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/ics-advisories/icsa-24-023-04Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-42765?
An attacker with access to the vulnerable software could introduce arbitrary JavaScript by injecting a cross-site scripting payload into the "username" parameter in the SNMP configuration.
How severe is CVE-2023-42765?
CVE-2023-42765 has a CVSS score of 5.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.29% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-42765?
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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