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CVE-2023-46047

Sane Backends remote code execution

7.3 HIGHPublic exploitEPSS 0.37%
  1. Published27 Mar 2024

Description

An issue in Sane 1.2.1 allows a local attacker to execute arbitrary code via a crafted file to the sanei_configure_attach() function. NOTE: this is disputed because there is no expectation that the product should be starting with an attacker-controlled configuration file.

CVSS 3.1 breakdown

Attack vectorLocal
Attack complexityLow
Privileges requiredLow
User interactionRequired
ScopeUnchanged
ConfidentialityHigh
IntegrityHigh
AvailabilityHigh
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Affected products

Sane Backends1.2.1

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-2023-46047 being actively exploited?

CVE-2023-46047 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. A public exploit reference exists, so treat it as exploitable. Its EPSS exploit probability is 0.37%.

How severe is CVE-2023-46047?

CVE-2023-46047 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.3, rated high. EPSS estimates a 0.37% probability of exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2023-46047?

Affected products include Sane Backends.

How do I fix CVE-2023-46047?

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.