CVE-2023-6178

Description

An arbitrary file write vulnerability exists where an authenticated attacker with privileges on the managing application could alter Nessus Rules variables to overwrite arbitrary files on the remote host, which could lead to a denial of service condition.

Category

6.8
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.10%
Vendor Advisory tenable.com
Affected: Tenable Nessus Agent
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.tenable.com/security/tns-2023-41 vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-6178?
CVE-2023-6178 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-6178?
To fix CVE-2023-6178, 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-2023-6178 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-6178 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-2023-6178?
CVE-2023-6178 affects Tenable Nessus Agent.
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