CVE-2023-21413

Axis OS remote code execution

9.1 CRITICALEPSS 1.24%

Published16 Oct 2023

Description

GoSecure on behalf of Genetec Inc. has found a flaw that allows for a remote code execution during the installation of ACAP applications on the Axis device. The application handling service in AXIS OS was vulnerable to command injection allowing an attacker to run arbitrary code. Axis has released patched AXIS OS versions for the highlighted flaw. Please refer to the Axis security advisory for more information and solution.

CVSS 3.1 breakdown

Attack vectorNetwork

Attack complexityLow

Privileges requiredHigh

User interactionNone

ScopeChanged

ConfidentialityHigh

IntegrityHigh

AvailabilityHigh

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H

Affected products

Axis OS≥ 11.0.89 < 11.6.94 · ≥ 10.5.0 < 10.12.199

Remediation

Fixed in

Axis OS≥ 11.6.94

Frequently asked

Is CVE-2023-21413 being actively exploited?

CVE-2023-21413 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit probability is 1.24%.

How severe is CVE-2023-21413?

CVE-2023-21413 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.1, rated critical. EPSS estimates a 1.24% probability of exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2023-21413?

Affected products include Axis OS.

How do I fix CVE-2023-21413?

Upgrade affected software to a fixed version, for example Axis OS 11.6.94 or later, then confirm no affected versions remain in your inventory.

How Secuno handles this

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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.