CVE-2023-5521

Public Exploit
Incorrect Authorization in tiann/kernelsu

Description

Incorrect Authorization in GitHub repository tiann/kernelsu prior to v0.6.9.

Category

9.8
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 3.0 •
EPSS 0.32%
Third-Party Advisory huntr.dev
Affected: tiann tiann/kernelsu
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://huntr.dev/bounties/d438eff7-4e24-45e0-bc75-d3a5b3ab2ea1 patch third party advisory exploit
https://github.com/tiann/kernelsu/commit/a22959beae1aad96b1f72710a5daadf529c41bda patch

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-5521?
CVE-2023-5521 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-5521?
To fix CVE-2023-5521, 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-2023-5521 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2023-5521 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. 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-2023-5521?
CVE-2023-5521 affects tiann tiann/kernelsu.
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