What is CVE-2023-1860?

A vulnerability was found in Keysight IXIA Hawkeye 3.3.16.28. It has been declared as problematic. This vulnerability affects unknown code of the file /licenses. The manipulation of the argument view with the input teste"> alert(%27c4ng4c3ir0%27) leads to cross site scripting. The attack can be initiated remotely. VDB-224998 is the identifier assigned to this vulnerability. NOTE: Vendor did not respond if and how they may handle this issue.

How severe is CVE-2023-1860?

CVE-2023-1860 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 3.5, rated low severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity low, and availability none.

Is CVE-2023-1860 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (31st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2023-1860?

CVE-2023-1860 affects Keysight Hawkeye. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2023-1860?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-2023-1860 published?

CVE-2023-1860 was published on 2023-04-05 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2023-1860

CVE-2023-1860 is a low-severity vulnerability in Keysight Hawkeye with a CVSS 3.x base score of 3.5. 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-79.

Key facts

Severity: Low (CVSS 3.x base score 3.5)
CVSS v2: 4.0
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (31st percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-79
Affected product: Keysight Hawkeye
Published: 2023-04-05
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

A vulnerability was found in Keysight IXIA Hawkeye 3.3.16.28. It has been declared as problematic. This vulnerability affects unknown code of the file /licenses. The manipulation of the argument view with the input teste"><script>alert(%27c4ng4c3ir0%27)</script> leads to cross site scripting. The attack can be initiated remotely. VDB-224998 is the identifier assigned to this vulnerability. NOTE: Vendor did not respond if and how they may handle this issue.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2023-1860?: A vulnerability was found in Keysight IXIA Hawkeye 3.3.16.28. It has been declared as problematic. This vulnerability affects unknown code of the file /licenses. The manipulation of the argument view with the input teste"><script>alert(%27c4ng4c3ir0%27)</script> leads to cross site scripting. The attack can be initiated remotely. VDB-224998 is the identifier assigned to this vulnerability. NOTE: Vendor did not respond if and how they may handle this issue.
How severe is CVE-2023-1860?: CVE-2023-1860 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 3.5, rated low severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity low, and availability none.
Is CVE-2023-1860 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (31st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2023-1860?: CVE-2023-1860 affects Keysight Hawkeye. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2023-1860?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2023-1860 published?: CVE-2023-1860 was published on 2023-04-05 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:keysight:hawkeye:3.3.16.28:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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