What is CVE-2023-0090?

CVE-2023-0090 is a vulnerability in Proofpoint Enterprise Protection (PPS/POD) that allows for remote code execution through 'eval injection'.

How severe is CVE-2023-0090?

CVE-2023-0090 has a severity rating of 9.8, which is classified as critical.

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2023-0090?

Proofpoint Enterprise Protection versions 8.13.22, 8.18.0 - 8.18.4, 8.18.6, and 8.20.0 are affected by CVE-2023-0090.

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2023-0090?

An attacker can exploit CVE-2023-0090 by executing remote code through 'eval injection' in the webservices API of Proofpoint Enterprise Protection.

How can I fix CVE-2023-0090?

To fix CVE-2023-0090, it is recommended to update Proofpoint Enterprise Protection to a version that is not affected by the vulnerability.

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CVE-2023-0090

critical

9.8

CWE

94 95

8/3/2023

2/8/2024

CVE-2023-0090: Proofpoint Enterprise Protection webservices unauthenticated RCE

First published: Wed Mar 08 2023(Updated: )

The webservices in Proofpoint Enterprise Protection (PPS/POD) contain a vulnerability that allows for an anonymous user to execute remote code through 'eval injection'. Exploitation requires network access to the webservices API, but such access is a non-standard configuration. This affects all versions 8.20.0 and below.

Credit: security@proofpoint.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Proofpoint Enterprise Protection	<8.13.22
Proofpoint Enterprise Protection	>=8.18.0<8.18.4
Proofpoint Enterprise Protection	=8.18.6
Proofpoint Enterprise Protection	=8.20.0

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Reference Links

https://www.proofpoint.com/security/security-advisories/pfpt-sa-2023-0001

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-0090?
CVE-2023-0090 is a vulnerability in Proofpoint Enterprise Protection (PPS/POD) that allows for remote code execution through 'eval injection'.
How severe is CVE-2023-0090?
CVE-2023-0090 has a severity rating of 9.8, which is classified as critical.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2023-0090?
Proofpoint Enterprise Protection versions 8.13.22, 8.18.0 - 8.18.4, 8.18.6, and 8.20.0 are affected by CVE-2023-0090.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2023-0090?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2023-0090 by executing remote code through 'eval injection' in the webservices API of Proofpoint Enterprise Protection.
How can I fix CVE-2023-0090?
To fix CVE-2023-0090, it is recommended to update Proofpoint Enterprise Protection to a version that is not affected by the vulnerability.

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