CVE-2023-49553: High severity mjs vulnerability

Published Jan 2, 2024
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Updated

An issue in Cesanta mjs 2.20.0 allows a remote attacker to cause a denial of service via the mjsdestroy function in the msj.c file.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Cesanta mJS=2.20.0

Event History

Jan 2, 2024
CVE Published
12:00 AM
Data Sourced
12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-49553?

CVE-2023-49553 has a severity rating that allows a remote attacker to cause a denial of service.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-49553?

To fix CVE-2023-49553, upgrade to a patched version of Cesanta mjs beyond 2.20.0.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2023-49553?

CVE-2023-49553 affects Cesanta mjs version 2.20.0.

4

Can CVE-2023-49553 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2023-49553 can be exploited remotely by an attacker.

5

What function is involved in the CVE-2023-49553 vulnerability?

The mjs_destroy function in the msj.c file is involved in the CVE-2023-49553 vulnerability.

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