CVE-2023-38473: Reachable assertion in avahi_alternative_host_name
A reachable assertion was found in avahialternativehostname.
References:
https://github.com/lathiat/avahi/issues/451
Other sources
A vulnerability was found in Avahi. A reachable assertion exists in the avahialternativehostname() function.
— MITRE
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-38473?
CVE-2023-38473 is a vulnerability found in Avahi that allows for a reachable assertion in the avahi_alternative_host_name() function.
What is the severity of CVE-2023-38473?
The severity of CVE-2023-38473 is medium with a severity value of 6.2.
Which software is affected by CVE-2023-38473?
Avahi version up to 0.9, Redhat Enterprise Linux version 8.0, and Redhat Enterprise Linux version 9.0 are affected by CVE-2023-38473.
How can I fix CVE-2023-38473?
Currently, there is no known fix for CVE-2023-38473. It is recommended to follow the vendor's security advisory for any updates or patches.
What is the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) of CVE-2023-38473?
The Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) of CVE-2023-38473 is CWE-617.