CVE-2023-50738 — MEDIUM (4.3)

Vulnerability Description

A new feature to prevent Firmware downgrades was recently added to some Lexmark products. A method to override this downgrade protection has been identified.

CVSS Score

4.3

MEDIUM

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

Attack Vector

ADJACENT_NETWORK

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

HIGH

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

LOW

Integrity

LOW

Availability

LOW

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-354 CWE-1328

References

https://www.lexmark.com/en_us/solutions/security/lexmark-security-advisories.htm

FAQ

What is CVE-2023-50738?

CVE-2023-50738 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). A new feature to prevent Firmware downgrades was recently added to some Lexmark products. A method to override this downgrade protection has been identified.

How severe is CVE-2023-50738?

CVE-2023-50738 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2023-50738?

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