CVE-2023-43187
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 45.40%
Last modified
CVE-2023-43187 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability in the xmlrpc.php endpoint of NodeBB Inc NodeBB forum software prior to v1.18.6 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted XML-RPC requests.. EPSS estimates a 45.40% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability in the xmlrpc.php endpoint of NodeBB Inc NodeBB forum software prior to v1.18.6 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted XML-RPC requests.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Nodebb | Nodebb | < 1.18.6 |
References
- https://github.com/jagat-singh-chaudhary/CVE/blob/main/CVE-2023-43187Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/jagat-singh-chaudhary/CVE/blob/main/CVE-2023-43187Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-43187?
A remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability in the xmlrpc.php endpoint of NodeBB Inc NodeBB forum software prior to v1.18.6 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted XML-RPC requests.
How severe is CVE-2023-43187?
CVE-2023-43187 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 45.40% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-43187?
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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