CVE-2023-2161

Description

A CWE-611: Improper Restriction of XML External Entity Reference vulnerability exists that could cause unauthorized read access to the file system when a malicious configuration file is loaded on to the software by a local user. 

Category

5.0
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.03%
Vendor Advisory schneider-electric.com
Affected: Schneider Electric OPC Factory Server (OFS)
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://download.schneider-electric.com/files?p_Doc_Ref=SEVD-2023-129-01&p_enDocType=Security+and+Safety+Notice&p_File_Name=SEVD-2023-129-01.pdf vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-2161?
CVE-2023-2161 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-2161?
To fix CVE-2023-2161, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2023-2161 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-2161 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-2161?
CVE-2023-2161 affects Schneider Electric OPC Factory Server (OFS).
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