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CVE-2023-23554

8.8 · HIGH

Uncontrolled search path element vulnerability exists in pg_ivm versions prior to 1.5.1.

Published Mar 7, 2023CWE-427EPSS 0.94%

Overview

CVE-2023-23554 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on March 7, 2023 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.8 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.8, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

Uncontrolled search path element vulnerability exists in pg_ivm versions prior to 1.5.1. When refreshing an IMMV, pg_ivm executes functions without specifying schema names. Under certain conditions, pg_ivm may be tricked to execute unexpected functions from other schemas with the IMMV owner's privilege. If this vulnerability is exploited, an unexpected function provided by an attacker may be executed with the privilege of the materialized view owner.

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.

References

GitHubgithub.com/sraoss/pg_ivmGitHubgithub.com/sraoss/pg_ivm/releases/tag/v1.5.1Refjvn.jp/en/jp/JVN19872280/GitHubgithub.com/sraoss/pg_ivmGitHubgithub.com/sraoss/pg_ivm/releases/tag/v1.5.1Refjvn.jp/en/jp/JVN19872280/

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2023-23554?

CVE-2023-23554 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on March 7, 2023 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.8 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2023-23554?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.8, 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-2023-23554?

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-2023-23554?

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