CVE-2023-22973: Path Traversal

Q: What is CVE-2023-22973 vulnerability?

CVE-2023-22973 is a Local File Inclusion (LFI) vulnerability in OpenEMR < 7.0.0 that allows remote authenticated users to execute code via the formname parameter in the interface/forms/LBF/new.php file.

Q: What software versions are affected by CVE-2023-22973?

OpenEMR versions up to and excluding 7.0.0 are affected by CVE-2023-22973.

Q: How severe is CVE-2023-22973 vulnerability?

CVE-2023-22973 vulnerability has a severity score of 8.8 (high).

Q: How can the CVE-2023-22973 vulnerability be exploited?

Remote authenticated users can exploit CVE-2023-22973 by manipulating the formname parameter in the interface/forms/LBF/new.php file to execute malicious code.

Q: Where can I find patches for CVE-2023-22973 vulnerability?

Patches for CVE-2023-22973 can be found on the OpenEMR website at the following link: https://www.open-emr.org/wiki/index.php/OpenEMR_Patches#7.0.0_Patch_.2811.2F30.2F22.29

Published Feb 22, 2023

Updated

A Local File Inclusion (LFI) vulnerability in interface/forms/LBF/new.php in OpenEMR < 7.0.0 allows remote authenticated users to execute code via the formname parameter.

Affected Software

1 affected component

open-emr Openemr<7.0.0

Remediation

Patch Available

https://www.open-emr.org/wiki/index.php/OpenEMR_Patches#7.0.0_Patch_.2811.2F30.2F22.29

Event History

Feb 22, 2023

CVE Published

via MITRE·12:00 AM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·12:00 AM

Description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-22973 vulnerability?

CVE-2023-22973 is a Local File Inclusion (LFI) vulnerability in OpenEMR < 7.0.0 that allows remote authenticated users to execute code via the formname parameter in the interface/forms/LBF/new.php file.

What software versions are affected by CVE-2023-22973?