CVE-2023-27654

An issue found in WHOv.1.0.28, v.1.0.30, v.1.0.32 allows an attacker to cause a escalation of privileges via the TTMultiProvider component

Critical · published April 14, 2023

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
65.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 An escalation of privileges vulnerability lurks in WHOv.1.0.28, v.1.0.30, and v.1.0.32, waiting for an attacker to take advantage of the TTMultiProvider component! 🔥 Think of this as a hotel with no security checks at the front desk — a guest could simply claim to be a VIP and gain access to all the restricted areas without ever showing an ID. In the same way, this vulnerability allows attackers to bypass security protocols and gain unauthorized access. If exploited, a nefarious actor could gain higher-level access to systems, potentially leading to devastating consequences like altering sensitive data, installing malicious software, or even taking control of the entire system. This is not just a simple breach — it’s an open door to chaos!

Put simply

Think of this as a hotel with no security checks at the front desk — a guest could simply claim to be a VIP and gain access to all the restricted areas without ever showing an ID. In the same way, this vulnerability allows attackers to bypass security protocols and gain unauthorized access. This vulnerability in the WHOv.1.0.28, v.1.0.30, and v.1.0.32 versions allows attackers to escalate their privileges through the TTMultiProvider component by exploiting insufficient verification processes.

What to do

If exploited, a nefarious actor could gain higher-level access to systems, potentially leading to devastating consequences like altering sensitive data, installing malicious software, or even taking control of the entire system. This is not just a simple breach — it’s an open door to chaos! It’s crucial to patch your systems immediately to version 1.0.33 or later, which addresses this critical vulnerability. Additionally, conduct a thorough audit of user permissions and access controls to ensure no unauthorized access can slip through the cracks. You've got this! With swift action, you can lock down your systems and keep the bad guys at bay! 🛡️

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
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01117 · 65.8th percentile
Published
2023-04-14T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 14 APR 00:00Z
    An issue found in WHOv.1.0.28, v.1.0.30, v.1.0.32 allows an attacker to cause a escalation of privileges via the TTMultiProvider component
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