CVE-2023-27160: SSRF

Published Mar 31, 2023
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Updated

forem up to v2022.11.11 was discovered to contain a Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) via the component /articles/{id}. This vulnerability allows attackers to access network resources and sensitive information via a crafted POST request.

Affected Software

1 affected component
forem forem<=2022.11.11

Event History

Mar 31, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-27160?

CVE-2023-27160 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for server-side request forgery (SSRF) attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-27160?

To fix CVE-2023-27160, upgrade Forem to a version later than 2022.11.11 where the vulnerability is addressed.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-27160?

CVE-2023-27160 is a Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) vulnerability.

4

What can attackers do with CVE-2023-27160?

Attackers can exploit CVE-2023-27160 to access network resources and sensitive information through crafted POST requests.

5

Which versions of Forem are affected by CVE-2023-27160?

CVE-2023-27160 affects Forem versions up to and including 2022.11.11.

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