CVE-2023-5369: copy_file_range insufficient capability rights check

Published Oct 4, 2023
·
Updated

Before correction, the copyfilerange system call checked only for the CAPREAD and CAPWRITE capabilities on the input and output file descriptors, respectively. Using an offset is logically equivalent to seeking, and the system call must additionally require the CAPSEEK capability.

This incorrect privilege check enabled sandboxed processes with only read or write but no seek capability on a file descriptor to read data from or write data to an arbitrary location within the file corresponding to that file descriptor.

Affected Software

1 affected component
FreeBSD FreeBSD=13.2

Event History

Oct 4, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:48 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:48 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Free Weekly Intel

Don't miss critical vulnerabilities

Join thousands of security professionals who receive our weekly digest of trending CVEs, zero-days, and exploited vulnerabilities.

No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID of this vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID is CVE-2023-5369.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2023-5369?

The severity of CVE-2023-5369 is high with a score of 7.1.

3

How does the vulnerability impact FreeBSD?

The vulnerability affects FreeBSD version 13.2.

4

What is the Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) numbering system used for?

The Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) system is used to uniquely identify and track vulnerabilities in software.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-5369?

You can find more information about CVE-2023-5369 at https://security.FreeBSD.org/advisories/FreeBSD-SA-23:13.capsicum.asc.

Contact

SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
132 Wickham Terrace
Fortitude Valley,
QLD 4006, Australia
info@secalerts.co
By using SecAlerts services, you agree to our services end-user license agreement. This website is safeguarded by reCAPTCHA and governed by the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. All names, logos, and brands of products are owned by their respective owners, and any usage of these names, logos, and brands for identification purposes only does not imply endorsement. If you possess any content that requires removal, please get in touch with us.
© 2026 SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
ABN: 70 645 966 203, ACN: 645 966 203