CWE
269
EPSS
0.042%
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2023-5960

First published: Tue Nov 28 2023(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.

Credit: security@zyxel.com.tw

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
All of
Zyxel ZLD Firmware>=4.50<=5.37
Any of
Zyxel USG Flex 100 firmware
Zyxel USG FLEX 100w firmware
Zyxel USG FLEX 200 firmware
Zyxel USG FLEX 50w
Zyxel USG FLEX 500 firmware
Zyxel USG FLEX 50(W) series firmware
Zyxel USG FLEX 700 firmware
All of
Zyxel ZLD Firmware>=4.30<=5.37
Any of
Zyxel Zywall VPN100
Zyxel VPN1000 Firmware
Zyxel Zywall VPN300
Zyxel VPN50 Firmware

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2023-5960?

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

  • 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.

  • 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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