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CVE-2022-38453

3.0 · LOW

Multiple binary application files on the CMS8000 device are compiled with 'not stripped' and 'debug_info' compilation settings.

Published Sep 13, 2022CWE-489EPSS 0.19%

Overview

CVE-2022-38453 is a low-severity vulnerability. It was published on September 13, 2022 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 3.0 (LOW).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 3.0, rated LOW. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

Multiple binary application files on the CMS8000 device are compiled with 'not stripped' and 'debug_info' compilation settings. These compiler settings greatly decrease the level of effort for a threat actor to reverse engineer sensitive code and identify additional vulnerabilities.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2022-38453?

CVE-2022-38453 is a low-severity vulnerability. It was published on September 13, 2022 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 3.0 (LOW).

How severe is CVE-2022-38453?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 3.0, rated LOW. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2022-38453?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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