CVE-2023-22971
6.1 · MEDIUMCross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Hughes Network Systems Router Terminal for HX200 v8.3.1.14, HX90 v6.11.0.5, HX50L v6.10.0.18, HN9460 v8.2.0.48, and HN7000S v6.9.0.37, allows unauthentic…
Overview
CVE-2023-22971 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on January 26, 2023 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.1 (MEDIUM).
This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.1, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.
Technical description
Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Hughes Network Systems Router Terminal for HX200 v8.3.1.14, HX90 v6.11.0.5, HX50L v6.10.0.18, HN9460 v8.2.0.48, and HN7000S v6.9.0.37, allows unauthenticated attackers to misuse frames, include JS/HTML code and steal sensitive information from legitimate users of the application.
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.
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Frequently asked questions
What is CVE-2023-22971?
CVE-2023-22971 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on January 26, 2023 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.1 (MEDIUM).
How severe is CVE-2023-22971?
This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.1, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.
How do I fix or remediate CVE-2023-22971?
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.
How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2023-22971?
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