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CVE-2023-1168

7.2 · HIGH

An authenticated remote code execution vulnerability exists in the AOS-CX Network Analytics Engine.

Published Mar 22, 2023CWE-77EPSS 1.14%

Overview

CVE-2023-1168 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on March 22, 2023 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.2 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.2, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

An authenticated remote code execution vulnerability

exists in the AOS-CX Network Analytics Engine. Successful

exploitation of this vulnerability results in the ability to

execute arbitrary code as a privileged user on the underlying

operating system, leading to a complete compromise of the

switch running AOS-CX.

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-2023-1168?

CVE-2023-1168 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on March 22, 2023 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.2 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2023-1168?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.2, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2023-1168?

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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