CVE-2023-5751
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.17%
Last modified
CVE-2023-5751 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A local attacker with low privileges can read and modify any users files and cause a DoS in the working directory of the affected products due to exposure of resource to wrong sphere. . EPSS estimates a 0.17% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A local attacker with low privileges can read and modify any users files and cause a DoS in the working directory of the affected products due to exposure of resource to wrong sphere.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Deferred
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-5751?
A local attacker with low privileges can read and modify any users files and cause a DoS in the working directory of the affected products due to exposure of resource to wrong sphere.
How severe is CVE-2023-5751?
CVE-2023-5751 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.17% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-5751?
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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