CVE-2023-38693 — CRITICAL (9.8)

Vulnerability Description

Lucee Server (or simply Lucee) is a dynamic, Java based, tag and scripting language used for rapid web application development. The Lucee REST endpoint is vulnerable to RCE via an XML XXE attack. This vulnerability is fixed in Lucee 5.4.3.2, 5.3.12.1, 5.3.7.59, 5.3.8.236, and 5.3.9.173.

CVSS Score

9.8

CRITICAL

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

Attack Vector

NETWORK

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-611

References

https://github.com/lucee/Lucee/security/advisories/GHSA-vwjx-mmwm-pwrf

FAQ

What is CVE-2023-38693?

CVE-2023-38693 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). Lucee Server (or simply Lucee) is a dynamic, Java based, tag and scripting language used for rapid web application development. The Lucee REST endpoint is vulnerable to RCE via an XML XXE attack. This...

How severe is CVE-2023-38693?

CVE-2023-38693 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.

Is there a patch for CVE-2023-38693?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.