CVE-2023-49093
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 2.36%
Last modified
CVE-2023-49093 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. HtmlUnit is a GUI-less browser for Java programs. HtmlUnit is vulnerable to Remote Code Execution (RCE) via XSTL, when browsing the attacker’s webpage. EPSS estimates a 2.36% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
HtmlUnit is a GUI-less browser for Java programs. HtmlUnit is vulnerable to Remote Code Execution (RCE) via XSTL, when browsing the attacker’s webpage. This vulnerability has been patched in version 3.9.0
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Htmlunit | Htmlunit | < 3.9.0 |
References
- https://github.com/HtmlUnit/htmlunit/security/advisories/GHSA-37vq-hr2f-g7h7Exploit, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.htmlunit.org/changes-report.html#a3.9.0Release Notes
- https://github.com/HtmlUnit/htmlunit/security/advisories/GHSA-37vq-hr2f-g7h7Exploit, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.htmlunit.org/changes-report.html#a3.9.0Release Notes
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-49093?
HtmlUnit is a GUI-less browser for Java programs. HtmlUnit is vulnerable to Remote Code Execution (RCE) via XSTL, when browsing the attacker’s webpage. This vulnerability has been patched in version 3.9.0
How severe is CVE-2023-49093?
CVE-2023-49093 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.36% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-49093?
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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