CVE-2023-6793
LOWCVSS 2.7/10EPSS 0.56%
Last modified
CVE-2023-6793 is a low-severity vulnerability rated 2.7/10 on the CVSS scale. An improper privilege management vulnerability in Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS software enables an authenticated read-only administrator to revoke active XML API keys from the firewall and disrupt XML API usage.. EPSS estimates a 0.56% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An improper privilege management vulnerability in Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS software enables an authenticated read-only administrator to revoke active XML API keys from the firewall and disrupt XML API usage.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:L
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Paloaltonetworks | Pan-Os | >= 9.1.0, < 9.1.17 |
| Paloaltonetworks | Pan-Os | >= 10.0.0, <= 10.0.12 |
| Paloaltonetworks | Pan-Os | >= 10.1.0, < 10.1.11 |
| Paloaltonetworks | Pan-Os | >= 10.2.0, < 10.2.5 |
| Paloaltonetworks | Pan-Os | >= 11.0.0, < 11.0.2 |
References
- https://security.paloaltonetworks.com/CVE-2023-6793Vendor Advisory
- https://security.paloaltonetworks.com/CVE-2023-6793Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-6793?
An improper privilege management vulnerability in Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS software enables an authenticated read-only administrator to revoke active XML API keys from the firewall and disrupt XML API usage.
How severe is CVE-2023-6793?
CVE-2023-6793 has a CVSS score of 2.7/10 (LOW severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.56% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-6793?
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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