CVE-2023-5183

Authenticated RCE due to unsafe JSON deserialization

Description

Unsafe deserialization of untrusted JSON allows execution of arbitrary code on affected releases of the Illumio PCE. Authentication to the API is required to exploit this vulnerability. The flaw exists within the network_traffic API endpoint. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the PCE’s operating system user.  

Remediation

Solution:

  • Upgrade to the latest release for a given major version.

Category

9.9
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.60%
Vendor Advisory illumio.com
Affected: Illumio Core PCE
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://docs.illumio.com/Guides/security-advisories/september-2023/cve-2023-5183.htm vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-5183?
CVE-2023-5183 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-5183?
To fix CVE-2023-5183: Upgrade to the latest release for a given major version.
Is CVE-2023-5183 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-5183 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-5183?
CVE-2023-5183 affects Illumio Core PCE.
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