CVE-2023-5960: Medium severity zyxel zld firmware vulnerability

Published Nov 28, 2023
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Updated

An improper privilege management vulnerability in the hotspot feature of the Zyxel USG FLEX series firmware versions 4.50 through 5.37 and VPN series firmware versions 4.30 through 5.37 could allow an authenticated local attacker to access the system files on an affected device.

Affected Software

13 affected components
All of the following
Zyxel ZLD>=4.50<=5.37
Any of the following
Zyxel Usg Flex 100
Zyxel Usg Flex 100w
Zyxel USG FLEX 200
Zyxel USG FLEX 50
Zyxel USG FLEX 500
Zyxel Usg Flex 50w
Zyxel USG FLEX 700
All of the following
Zyxel ZLD>=4.30<=5.37
Any of the following
Zyxel Vpn100
Zyxel Vpn1000
Zyxel Vpn300
Zyxel Vpn50

Event History

Nov 28, 2023
CVE Published
02:05 AM
Data Sourced
02:05 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2023-5960?

CVE-2023-5960 is an improper privilege management vulnerability in the hotspot feature of the Zyxel USG FLEX series firmware versions 4.50 through 5.37 and VPN series firmware versions 4.30 through 5.37.

2

How does CVE-2023-5960 affect Zyxel USG FLEX series?

CVE-2023-5960 allows an authenticated local attacker to access the system files on an affected Zyxel USG FLEX series device.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2023-5960?

CVE-2023-5960 has a severity score of 5.5 (medium).

4

How can I fix CVE-2023-5960?

To fix CVE-2023-5960, update your Zyxel USG FLEX series firmware to version 5.38 or later.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-5960?

You can find more information about CVE-2023-5960 in the Zyxel Security Advisory for Multiple Vulnerabilities in Firewalls and APs.

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