CVE-2023-43183

Reprisesoftware Reprise License Manager vulnerability

8.8 HIGHPublic exploitEPSS 1.18%

Published3 Feb 2024

Description

Incorrect access control in Reprise License Management Software Reprise License Manager v15.1 allows read-only users to arbitrarily change the password of an admin and hijack their account.

CVSS 3.1 breakdown

Attack vectorNetwork

Attack complexityLow

Privileges requiredLow

User interactionNone

ScopeUnchanged

ConfidentialityHigh

IntegrityHigh

AvailabilityHigh

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

Affected products

Reprisesoftware Reprise License Manager≥ 15.1 < 16.0

Remediation

Fixed in

Reprisesoftware Reprise License Manager≥ 16.0

References

http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/176841/Reprise-License-Manager-15.1-Privilege-Escalation-File-Write.html
http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2024/Jan/43ExploitMailing ListThird Party Advisory
https://packetstormsecurity.com/files/176841/Reprise-License-Manager-15.1-Privilege-Escalation-File-Write.htmlExploitThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry

Frequently asked

Is CVE-2023-43183 being actively exploited?

CVE-2023-43183 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. A public exploit reference exists, so treat it as exploitable. Its EPSS exploit probability is 1.18%.

How severe is CVE-2023-43183?

CVE-2023-43183 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.8, rated high. EPSS estimates a 1.18% probability of exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2023-43183?

Affected products include Reprisesoftware Reprise License Manager.

How do I fix CVE-2023-43183?

Upgrade affected software to a fixed version, for example Reprisesoftware Reprise License Manager 16.0 or later, then confirm no affected versions remain in your inventory.

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