CVE-2023-23549

DoS via long hostnames

Description

Improper Input Validation in Checkmk <2.2.0p15, <2.1.0p37, <=2.0.0p39 allows priviledged attackers to cause partial denial of service of the UI via too long hostnames.

Category

2.7
CVSS
Severity: Low
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.05%
Vendor Advisory checkmk.com
Affected: Checkmk GmbH Checkmk
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://checkmk.com/werk/16219 vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-23549?
CVE-2023-23549 has been scored as a low severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-23549?
To fix CVE-2023-23549, 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-2023-23549 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-23549 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-2023-23549?
CVE-2023-23549 affects Checkmk GmbH Checkmk.
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