CVE-2023-6117

M-Files REST API allows Denial of Service

Description

A possibility of unwanted server memory consumption was detected through the obsolete functionalities in the Rest API methods of the M-Files server before 23.11.13156.0 which allows attackers to execute DoS attacks.

Remediation

Solution:

  • Update to patched version.

Category

5.7
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.14%
Affected: M-Files M-Files Server
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://product.m-files.com/security-advisories/cve-2023-6117/
https://www.m-files.com/about/trust-center/security-advisories/cve-2023-6117/

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-6117?
CVE-2023-6117 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-6117?
To fix CVE-2023-6117: Update to patched version.
Is CVE-2023-6117 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-6117 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-2023-6117?
CVE-2023-6117 affects M-Files M-Files Server.
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