CVE-2023-5616

Description

In Ubuntu, gnome-control-center did not properly reflect SSH remote login status when the system was configured to use systemd socket activation for openssh-server. This could unknowingly leave the local machine exposed to remote SSH access contrary to expectation of the user.

Category

4.9
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.06%
Vendor Advisory ubuntu.com
Affected: Canonical Ltd. Ubuntu's gnome-control-center
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/gnome-control-center/+bug/2039577 issue tracking
https://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-6554-1 vendor advisory
https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2023-5616 issue tracking

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-5616?
CVE-2023-5616 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-5616?
To fix CVE-2023-5616, 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-2023-5616 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-5616 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-2023-5616?
CVE-2023-5616 affects Canonical Ltd. Ubuntu's gnome-control-center.
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