CVE-2023-5214

Name: CVE-2023-5214
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2023-10-06T18:15:12.453+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 0.37%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2023-5214 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. In Puppet Bolt versions prior to 3.27.4, a path to escalate privileges was identified. . EPSS estimates a 0.37% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In Puppet Bolt versions prior to 3.27.4, a path to escalate privileges was identified.

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

0.37%

29.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Puppet	Bolt	< 3.27.4

References

https://www.puppet.com/security/cve/cve-2023-5214-privilege-escalation-puppet-boltVendor Advisory
https://www.puppet.com/security/cve/cve-2023-5214-privilege-escalation-puppet-boltVendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Oct 6, 2023
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-5214?

In Puppet Bolt versions prior to 3.27.4, a path to escalate privileges was identified.

How severe is CVE-2023-5214?

CVE-2023-5214 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.37% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2023-5214?

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-2023-5214?

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Source: NVD / NIST