Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Netgate pfSense Products
CVE-2023-48123

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Netgate

Status
Pfsense
Pfsense Plus
Vendor
CVE Published:
6 December 2023

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC🟣 EPSS 55%

What is CVE-2023-48123?

A vulnerability in Netgate pfSense Plus versions up to 23.05.1 and pfSense CE version 2.7.0 enables a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code by sending specially crafted requests to the packet_capture.php file. This flaw poses significant risks, allowing malicious users to manipulate the underlying system without authorization. Affected users should prioritize immediate updates to secure their installations against potential exploitation.

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2023-48123
Created by NHPT

References

https://redmine.pfsense.org/issues/14809
https://github.com/pfsense/pfsense/commit/f72618c4abb61ea...
https://docs.netgate.com/downloads/pfSense-SA-23_11.webgu...

EPSS Score

55% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2023-48123 : Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Netgate pfSense Products