What is CVE-2023-31425?

CVE-2023-31425 is a vulnerability in the fosexec command of Brocade Fabric OS that allows a local authenticated user to perform privilege escalation to root by breaking the rbash shell.

What is the severity of CVE-2023-31425?

CVE-2023-31425 has a severity rating of 7.8, which is classified as high.

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2023-31425?

CVE-2023-31425 affects Brocade Fabric OS versions after v9.1.0 and before v9.1.1.

How can a local authenticated user exploit CVE-2023-31425?

To exploit CVE-2023-31425, a local authenticated user needs to break the rbash shell using the fosexec command in Brocade Fabric OS.

Are there any references for CVE-2023-31425?

Yes, you can find more information about CVE-2023-31425 at the following references: [Link 1](https://support.broadcom.com/external/content/SecurityAdvisories/0/22407), [Link 2](https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20230908-0007/).

Vulnerability/
CVE-2023-31425

high

7.8

CWE

1/8/2023

18/10/2024

CVE-2023-31425: Privilege escalation via the fosexec command

First published: Tue Aug 01 2023(Updated: )

A vulnerability in the fosexec command of Brocade Fabric OS after Brocade Fabric OS v9.1.0 and, before Brocade Fabric OS v9.1.1 could allow a local authenticated user to perform privilege escalation to root by breaking the rbash shell. Starting with Fabric OS v9.1.0, “root” account access is disabled.

Credit: sirt@brocade.com sirt@brocade.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Broadcom Fabric Operating System	=9.1.0

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What is CVE-2023-31425?
CVE-2023-31425 is a vulnerability in the fosexec command of Brocade Fabric OS that allows a local authenticated user to perform privilege escalation to root by breaking the rbash shell.
What is the severity of CVE-2023-31425?
CVE-2023-31425 has a severity rating of 7.8, which is classified as high.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2023-31425?
CVE-2023-31425 affects Brocade Fabric OS versions after v9.1.0 and before v9.1.1.
How can a local authenticated user exploit CVE-2023-31425?
To exploit CVE-2023-31425, a local authenticated user needs to break the rbash shell using the fosexec command in Brocade Fabric OS.
Are there any references for CVE-2023-31425?
Yes, you can find more information about CVE-2023-31425 at the following references: [Link 1](https://support.broadcom.com/external/content/SecurityAdvisories/0/22407), [Link 2](https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20230908-0007/).

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