CVE-2023-5389
Honeywell Controledge Unit Operations Controller Firmware vulnerability
- Published30 Jan 2024
Description
An attacker could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to the ability to modify files on Honeywell Experion ControlEdge VirtualUOC and ControlEdge UOC . This exploit could be used to write a file that may result in unexpected behavior based on configuration changes or updating of files that could result in subsequent execution of a malicious application if triggered. Honeywell recommends updating to the most recent version of the product. See Honeywell Security Notification for recommendations on upgrading and versioning.
CVSS 3.1 breakdown
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:HAffected products
Remediation
No fixed version is recorded in the NVD data. Check the vendor advisory for the latest guidance.
Frequently asked
Is CVE-2023-5389 being actively exploited?
CVE-2023-5389 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit probability is 0.78%.
How severe is CVE-2023-5389?
CVE-2023-5389 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.1, rated critical. EPSS estimates a 0.78% probability of exploitation.
Which products are affected by CVE-2023-5389?
Affected products include Honeywell Controledge Unit Operations Controller Firmware, Honeywell Controledge Virtual Unit Operations Controller Firmware.
How do I fix CVE-2023-5389?
Apply the vendor's patch or advisory guidance, then verify no affected versions remain across your devices.
How Secuno handles this
Secuno correlates vulnerabilities like CVE-2023-5389 against the real software inventory on every managed device, as each hourly inventory arrives. Rather than a static severity, each match is scored in context: exploit availability, EPSS, the asset's exposure, and business criticality decide where it lands in the queue. If an affected version is present anywhere across your portfolio, it surfaces automatically with a prioritised remediation path.
Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.