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CVE-2023-27172

Xpand-it Write-back Manager vulnerability

9.1 CRITICALPublic exploitEPSS 0.69%
  1. Published20 Dec 2023

Description

Xpand IT Write-back Manager v2.3.1 uses weak secret keys to sign JWT tokens. This allows attackers to easily obtain the secret key used to sign JWT tokens via a bruteforce attack.

CVSS 3.1 breakdown

Attack vectorNetwork
Attack complexityLow
Privileges requiredNone
User interactionNone
ScopeUnchanged
ConfidentialityHigh
IntegrityHigh
AvailabilityNone
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N

Affected products

Xpand-it Write-back Manager2.3.1

Remediation

No fixed version is recorded in the NVD data. Check the vendor advisory for the latest guidance.

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Frequently asked

Is CVE-2023-27172 being actively exploited?

CVE-2023-27172 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. A public exploit reference exists, so treat it as exploitable. Its EPSS exploit probability is 0.69%.

How severe is CVE-2023-27172?

CVE-2023-27172 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.1, rated critical. EPSS estimates a 0.69% probability of exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2023-27172?

Affected products include Xpand-it Write-back Manager.

How do I fix CVE-2023-27172?

Apply the vendor's patch or advisory guidance, then verify no affected versions remain across your devices.

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