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CVE-2023-49981

7.5 · HIGH

A directory listing vulnerability in School Fees Management System v1.0 allows attackers to list directories and sensitive files within the application without requiring authorization.

Published Mar 21, 2024CWE-862EPSS 0.74%

Overview

CVE-2023-49981 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on March 21, 2024 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

A directory listing vulnerability in School Fees Management System v1.0 allows attackers to list directories and sensitive files within the application without requiring authorization.

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-2023-49981?

CVE-2023-49981 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on March 21, 2024 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2023-49981?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2023-49981?

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-2023-49981?

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