CVE-2023-0426

CVE-2023-0426 is a high-severity vulnerability in Abb Ac700f Firmware with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.6. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-121.

Key facts

Description

ABB is aware of vulnerabilities in the product versions listed below. An update is available that resolves the reported vulnerabilities in the product versions under maintenance. An attacker who successfully exploited one or more of these vulnerabilities could cause the product to stop or make the product inaccessible. Stack-based Buffer Overflow vulnerability in ABB Freelance controllers AC 700F (conroller modules), ABB Freelance controllers AC 900F (controller modules).This issue affects:  Freelance controllers AC 700F:  from 9.0;0 through V9.2 SP2, through Freelance 2013, through Freelance 2013SP1, through Freelance 2016, through Freelance 2016SP1, through Freelance 2019 , through Freelance 2019 SP1, through Freelance 2019 SP1 FP1;  Freelance controllers AC 900F:  through Freelance 2013, through Freelance 2013SP1, through Freelance 2016, through Freelance 2016SP1, through Freelance 2019, through Freelance 2019 SP1, through Freelance 2019 SP1 FP1.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2023-0426?
ABB is aware of vulnerabilities in the product versions listed below. An update is available that resolves the reported vulnerabilities in the product versions under maintenance. An attacker who successfully exploited one or more of these vulnerabilities could cause the product to stop or make the product inaccessible. Stack-based Buffer Overflow vulnerability in ABB Freelance controllers AC 700F (conroller modules), ABB Freelance controllers AC 900F (controller modules).This issue affects:  Freelance controllers AC 700F:  from 9.0;0 through V9.2 SP2, through Freelance 2013, through Freelance 2013SP1, through Freelance 2016, through Freelance 2016SP1, through Freelance 2019 , through Freelance 2019 SP1, through Freelance 2019 SP1 FP1;  Freelance controllers AC 900F:  through Freelance 2013, through Freelance 2013SP1, through Freelance 2016, through Freelance 2016SP1, through Freelance 2019, through Freelance 2019 SP1, through Freelance 2019 SP1 FP1.
How severe is CVE-2023-0426?
CVE-2023-0426 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.6, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability high.
Is CVE-2023-0426 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (33rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2023-0426?
CVE-2023-0426 primarily affects Abb Ac700f Firmware. In total, 10 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2023-0426?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2023-0426 published?
CVE-2023-0426 was published on 2023-08-07 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

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Affected products (10)

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