CVE-2023-28501

Heap buffer overflow in unirpcd

Description

Rocket Software UniData versions prior to 8.2.4 build 3003 and UniVerse versions prior to 11.3.5 build 1001 or 12.2.1 build 2002 suffer from a heap-based buffer overflow in the unirpcd daemon that, if successfully exploited, can lead to remote code execution as the root user.

Category

9.8
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 1.80% Top 20%
Third-Party Advisory rapid7.com
Affected: Rocket Software UniData
Affected: Rocket Software UniVerse
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-28501?
CVE-2023-28501 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-28501?
To fix CVE-2023-28501, 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-2023-28501 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2023-28501 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~2% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-28501?
CVE-2023-28501 affects Rocket Software UniData, Rocket Software UniVerse.
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