CVE-2023-6998
HIGHCVSS 7.7/10EPSS 0.24%
Last modified
CVE-2023-6998 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.7/10 on the CVSS scale. Improper privilege management vulnerability in CoolKit Technology eWeLink on Android and iOS allows application lockscreen bypass.This issue affects eWeLink before 5.2.0.. EPSS estimates a 0.24% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Improper privilege management vulnerability in CoolKit Technology eWeLink on Android and iOS allows application lockscreen bypass.This issue affects eWeLink before 5.2.0.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Coolkit | Ewelink | < 5.2.0 |
References
- https://cert.pl/en/posts/2023/12/CVE-2023-6998/Third Party Advisory
- https://cert.pl/posts/2023/12/CVE-2023-6998/Third Party Advisory
- https://ewelink.cc/app/Product
- https://cert.pl/en/posts/2023/12/CVE-2023-6998/Third Party Advisory
- https://cert.pl/posts/2023/12/CVE-2023-6998/Third Party Advisory
- https://ewelink.cc/app/Product
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-6998?
Improper privilege management vulnerability in CoolKit Technology eWeLink on Android and iOS allows application lockscreen bypass.This issue affects eWeLink before 5.2.0.
How severe is CVE-2023-6998?
CVE-2023-6998 has a CVSS score of 7.7/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.24% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-6998?
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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