CVE-2023-46454

Name: CVE-2023-46454
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2023-12-12T15:15:07.68+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 23.47%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2023-46454 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. In GL.iNET GL-AR300M routers with firmware v4.3.7, it is possible to inject arbitrary shell commands through a crafted package name in the package information functionality.. EPSS estimates a 23.47% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In GL.iNET GL-AR300M routers with firmware v4.3.7, it is possible to inject arbitrary shell commands through a crafted package name in the package information functionality.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

9.8/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

23.47%

97.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-78

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Gl-Inet	Gl-Ar300m Firmware	4.3.7

References

https://cyberaz0r.info/2023/11/glinet-multiple-vulnerabilities/Third Party Advisory
https://cyberaz0r.info/2023/11/glinet-multiple-vulnerabilities/Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Dec 12, 2023
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-46454?

In GL.iNET GL-AR300M routers with firmware v4.3.7, it is possible to inject arbitrary shell commands through a crafted package name in the package information functionality.

How severe is CVE-2023-46454?

CVE-2023-46454 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 23.47% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2023-46454?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2023-46454?

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Source: NVD / NIST