CVE-2023-43621
MEDIUMCVSS 4.7/10EPSS 0.29%
Last modified
CVE-2023-43621 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.7/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue was discovered in Croc through 9.6.5. The shared secret, located on a command line, can be read by local users who list all processes and their arguments.. EPSS estimates a 0.29% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in Croc through 9.6.5. The shared secret, located on a command line, can be read by local users who list all processes and their arguments.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Schollz | Croc | <= 9.6.5 |
References
- https://github.com/schollz/croc/issues/598Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2023/09/08/2Exploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/schollz/croc/issues/598Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2023/09/08/2Exploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-43621?
An issue was discovered in Croc through 9.6.5. The shared secret, located on a command line, can be read by local users who list all processes and their arguments.
How severe is CVE-2023-43621?
CVE-2023-43621 has a CVSS score of 4.7/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.29% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-43621?
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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