CVE-2023-6247

Description

The PKCS#7 parser in OpenVPN 3 Core Library versions through 3.8.3 did not properly validate the parsed data, which would result in the application crashing.

Category

6.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.43%
Affected: OpenVPN OpenVPN 3 Core Library
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://community.openvpn.net/openvpn/wiki/CVE-2023-6247 technical description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-6247?
CVE-2023-6247 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-6247?
To fix CVE-2023-6247, 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-2023-6247 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-6247 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-2023-6247?
CVE-2023-6247 affects OpenVPN OpenVPN 3 Core Library.
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