CVE-2023-5368

msdosfs data disclosure

Description

On an msdosfs filesystem, the 'truncate' or 'ftruncate' system calls under certain circumstances populate the additional space in the file with unallocated data from the underlying disk device, rather than zero bytes. This may permit a user with write access to files on a msdosfs filesystem to read unintended data (e.g. from a previously deleted file).

Category

6.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.10%
Vendor Advisory FreeBSD.org
Affected: FreeBSD FreeBSD
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-5368?
CVE-2023-5368 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-5368?
To fix CVE-2023-5368, 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-2023-5368 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-5368 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-2023-5368?
CVE-2023-5368 affects FreeBSD FreeBSD.
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