CVE-2023-45498
Vinchin Backup And Recovery command injection
- Published27 Oct 2023
Description
VinChin Backup & Recovery v5.0.*, v6.0.*, v6.7.*, and v7.0.* was discovered to contain a command injection vulnerability.
CVSS 3.1 breakdown
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:HAffected products
Remediation
No fixed version is recorded in the NVD data. Check the vendor advisory for the latest guidance.
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/175397/VinChin-VMWare-Backup-7.0-Hardcoded-Credential-Remote-Code-Execution.html
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/176289/Vinchin-Backup-And-Recovery-Command-Injection.html
- https://blog.leakix.net/2023/10/vinchin-backup-rce-chain/
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2023/Oct/31
Related CVEs
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Frequently asked
Is CVE-2023-45498 being actively exploited?
CVE-2023-45498 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. A public exploit reference exists, so treat it as exploitable. Its EPSS exploit probability is 20.5%.
How severe is CVE-2023-45498?
CVE-2023-45498 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8, rated critical. EPSS estimates a 20.5% probability of exploitation.
Which products are affected by CVE-2023-45498?
Affected products include Vinchin Backup And Recovery.
How do I fix CVE-2023-45498?
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.