CVE-2023-5800

Insufficient input validation in VAPIX API create_overlay.cgi

Description

Vintage, member of the AXIS OS Bug Bounty Program, has found that the VAPIX API create_overlay.cgi did not have a sufficient input validation allowing for a possible remote code execution. This flaw can only be exploited after authenticating with an operator- or administrator-privileged service account. Axis has released patched AXIS OS versions for the highlighted flaw. Please refer to the Axis security advisory for more information and solution.

Categories

5.4
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.17%
Vendor Advisory axis.com
Affected: Axis Communications AB AXIS OS
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.axis.com/dam/public/89/d9/99/cve-2023-5800-en-US-424339.pdf vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-5800?
CVE-2023-5800 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-5800?
To fix CVE-2023-5800, 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-2023-5800 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-5800 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-2023-5800?
CVE-2023-5800 affects Axis Communications AB AXIS OS.
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