CVE-2023-23917

Description

A prototype pollution vulnerability exists in Rocket.Chat server <5.2.0 that could allow an attacker to a RCE under the admin account. Any user can create their own server in your cloud and become an admin so this vulnerability could affect the cloud infrastructure. This attack vector also may increase the impact of XSS to RCE which is dangerous for self-hosted users as well.

Categories

8.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.33%
Affected: n/a Rocket.chat
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-23917?
CVE-2023-23917 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-23917?
To fix CVE-2023-23917, 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-2023-23917 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-23917 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-2023-23917?
CVE-2023-23917 affects n/a Rocket.chat.
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