CVE-2023-23392CWE-416

HTTP Protocol Stack Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Critical · published March 14, 2023

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
2%
Percentile
76.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A sneaky flaw in the HTTP protocol stack can let attackers run arbitrary code on your server with just a few malicious requests! 🔥 This vulnerability is like a restaurant with an open kitchen where anyone can just walk in and start cooking without any checks — a recipe for disaster! An attacker could gain full control over the server, potentially accessing sensitive data, modifying files, or even taking the entire system hostage. The implications could be absolutely devastating, affecting not just the targeted server but possibly spreading to others on the same network!

Put simply

This vulnerability is like a restaurant with an open kitchen where anyone can just walk in and start cooking without any checks — a recipe for disaster! This remote code execution vulnerability allows an attacker to exploit improper handling of HTTP requests, leading to the execution of arbitrary code on the affected server.

What to do

An attacker could gain full control over the server, potentially accessing sensitive data, modifying files, or even taking the entire system hostage. The implications could be absolutely devastating, affecting not just the targeted server but possibly spreading to others on the same network! Immediately update your systems to the patched version provided by your vendor. Conduct a thorough audit of your server configurations and ensure that proper input validation is in place to prevent such vulnerabilities from being exploited. Don't forget to monitor for any unusual activities post-patch! You’ve got this! By taking these steps, you’ll boost your defenses and keep your systems safe! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01672 · 76.6th percentile
Weakness
CWE-416 · Use After Free
Published
2023-03-14T16:55Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 14 MAR 16:55Z
    HTTP Protocol Stack Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
    cvelistv5