CVE-2023-43120: High severity extreme networks extremeware xos vulnerability

Published Oct 16, 2023
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Updated

An issue discovered in Extreme Networks Switch Engine (EXOS) before 32.5.1.5, before 22.7 and before 31.7.1 allows attackers to gain escalated privileges via crafted HTTP request.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Extremenetworks Exos<22.7
Extremenetworks Exos>=31.0<31.7.1
Extremenetworks Exos>=32.0<32.5.1.5

Event History

Oct 16, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
07:15 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-43120?

The severity of CVE-2023-43120 is high, with a severity value of 8.8.

2

How can an attacker gain escalated privileges in CVE-2023-43120?

An attacker can gain escalated privileges in CVE-2023-43120 by sending crafted HTTP requests.

3

What is the affected software in CVE-2023-43120?

The affected software in CVE-2023-43120 is Extreme Networks Switch Engine (EXOS) versions before 32.5.1.5, before 22.7, and before 31.7.1.

4

How can I fix CVE-2023-43120?

To fix CVE-2023-43120, update Extreme Networks Switch Engine (EXOS) to version 32.5.1.5 or later, or apply the necessary patches provided by Extreme Networks.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-43120?

You can find more information about CVE-2023-43120 on the Extreme Networks website at https://extreme-networks.my.site.com/ExtrArticleDetail?an=000114377.

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