CVE-2023-52538
CRITICALCVSS 9.1/10EPSS 0.27%
Last modified
CVE-2023-52538 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.1/10 on the CVSS scale. Vulnerability of package name verification being bypassed in the HwIms module. Impact: Successful exploitation of this vulnerability will affect availability.. EPSS estimates a 0.27% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Vulnerability of package name verification being bypassed in the HwIms module. Impact: Successful exploitation of this vulnerability will affect availability.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Huawei | Emui | 12.0.0 |
| Huawei | Emui | 13.0.0 |
| Huawei | Harmonyos | 2.0.0 |
| Huawei | Harmonyos | 2.1.0 |
| Huawei | Harmonyos | 3.0.0 |
| Huawei | Harmonyos | 3.1.0 |
| Huawei | Harmonyos | 4.0.0 |
References
- https://consumer.huawei.com/en/support/bulletin/2024/3/Vendor Advisory
- https://device.harmonyos.com/en/docs/security/update/security-bulletins-202403-0000001667644725Broken Link, Vendor Advisory
- https://consumer.huawei.com/en/support/bulletin/2024/3/Vendor Advisory
- https://device.harmonyos.com/en/docs/security/update/security-bulletins-202403-0000001667644725Broken Link, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-52538?
Vulnerability of package name verification being bypassed in the HwIms module.
Impact: Successful exploitation of this vulnerability will affect availability.
How severe is CVE-2023-52538?
CVE-2023-52538 has a CVSS score of 9.1/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.27% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-52538?
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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