CVE-2023-1699: Rapid7 Nexpose Forced Browsing

Published Mar 30, 2023
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Updated

Rapid7 Nexpose versions 6.6.186 and below suffer from a forced browsing vulnerability.  This vulnerability allows an attacker to manipulate URLs to forcefully browse to and access administrative pages. This vulnerability is fixed in version 6.6.187.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Rapid7 Nexpose<6.6.187

Event History

Mar 30, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:26 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:26 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID of this vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID is CVE-2023-1699.

2

What is the severity level of CVE-2023-1699?

The severity level of CVE-2023-1699 is critical.

3

How does CVE-2023-1699 affect Rapid7 Nexpose?

CVE-2023-1699 affects Rapid7 Nexpose versions 6.6.186 and below.

4

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2023-1699?

An attacker can exploit CVE-2023-1699 by manipulating URLs to forcefully browse and access administrative pages in Rapid7 Nexpose.

5

How can I fix CVE-2023-1699?

CVE-2023-1699 is fixed in version 6.6.187 of Rapid7 Nexpose.

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