CVE-2023-6554
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 0.58%
Last modified
CVE-2023-6554 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. When access to the "admin" folder is not protected by some external authorization mechanisms e.g. Apache Basic Auth, it is possible for any user to download protected information like exam answers. . EPSS estimates a 0.58% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
When access to the "admin" folder is not protected by some external authorization mechanisms e.g. Apache Basic Auth, it is possible for any user to download protected information like exam answers.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Tecnick | Tcexam | < 15.1.0 |
References
- https://cert.pl/en/posts/2024/01/CVE-2023-6554/Third Party Advisory
- https://cert.pl/posts/2024/01/CVE-2023-6554/Third Party Advisory
- https://tcexam.org/Product
- https://cert.pl/en/posts/2024/01/CVE-2023-6554/Third Party Advisory
- https://cert.pl/posts/2024/01/CVE-2023-6554/Third Party Advisory
- https://tcexam.org/Product
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-6554?
When access to the "admin" folder is not protected by some external authorization mechanisms e.g. Apache Basic Auth, it is possible for any user to download protected information like exam answers.
How severe is CVE-2023-6554?
CVE-2023-6554 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.58% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-6554?
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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