What is CVE-2023-5834?

CVE-2023-5834 is a vulnerability in Vagrant's Windows installer that allowed directory junction write, potentially allowing unauthorized file system writes.

How severe is CVE-2023-5834?

CVE-2023-5834 has a low severity rating with a CVSS score of 3.8.

What software is affected by CVE-2023-5834?

Vagrant versions up to and excluding 2.4.0 are affected by CVE-2023-5834.

How can I fix CVE-2023-5834?

CVE-2023-5834 has been fixed in Vagrant version 2.4.0, so updating to that version or higher will resolve the vulnerability.

Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-5834?

More information about CVE-2023-5834 can be found at the following references: [link1](https://discuss.hashicorp.com/t/hcsec-2023-31-vagrant-s-windows-installer-allowed-directory-junction-write/59568), [link2](https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2023-5834), [link3](https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-47xw-vw6m-w9fq).

Vulnerability/
CVE-2023-5834

high

7.8

CWE

1386 59

EPSS

0.043%

27/10/2023

28/10/2023

9/9/2024

CVE-2023-5834: Vagrant’s Windows Installer Allowed Directory Junction Write

First published: Fri Oct 27 2023(Updated: )

HashiCorp Vagrant's Windows installer targeted a custom location with a non-protected path that could be junctioned, introducing potential for unauthorized file system writes. Fixed in Vagrant 2.4.0.

Credit: security@hashicorp.com security@hashicorp.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
HashiCorp Vagrant	<2.4.0
go/github.com/hashicorp/vagrant	<2.4.0	2.4.0

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What is CVE-2023-5834?
CVE-2023-5834 is a vulnerability in Vagrant's Windows installer that allowed directory junction write, potentially allowing unauthorized file system writes.
How severe is CVE-2023-5834?
CVE-2023-5834 has a low severity rating with a CVSS score of 3.8.
What software is affected by CVE-2023-5834?
Vagrant versions up to and excluding 2.4.0 are affected by CVE-2023-5834.
How can I fix CVE-2023-5834?
CVE-2023-5834 has been fixed in Vagrant version 2.4.0, so updating to that version or higher will resolve the vulnerability.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-5834?
More information about CVE-2023-5834 can be found at the following references: [link1](https://discuss.hashicorp.com/t/hcsec-2023-31-vagrant-s-windows-installer-allowed-directory-junction-write/59568), [link2](https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2023-5834), [link3](https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-47xw-vw6m-w9fq).

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