CVE-2023-4163: Possible buffer overflow in portcfgfportbuffers in Brocade Fabric OS

Published Aug 31, 2023
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Updated

In Brocade Fabric OS before v9.2.0a, a local authenticated privileged user can trigger a buffer overflow condition, leading to a kernel panic with large input to buffers in the portcfgfportbuffers command.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Broadcom Fabric Operating System<9.2.0a

Event History

Aug 31, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:04 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:04 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID?

The vulnerability ID is CVE-2023-4163.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2023-4163?

The severity of CVE-2023-4163 is medium with a CVSS score of 4.4.

3

How does CVE-2023-4163 impact Brocade Fabric OS?

CVE-2023-4163 can allow a local authenticated privileged user to trigger a buffer overflow condition, leading to a kernel panic in Brocade Fabric OS before v9.2.0a.

4

How can I mitigate CVE-2023-4163?

To mitigate CVE-2023-4163, it is recommended to update Brocade Fabric OS to version v9.2.0a or later.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-4163?

You can find more information about CVE-2023-4163 at this link: https://support.broadcom.com/web/ecx/support-content-notification/-/external/content/SecurityAdvisories/0/22514

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