CVE-2023-20540
CVE-2023-20540 is a low-severity vulnerability with a CVSS 4.0 base score of 1.8. 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-208.
Key facts
- Severity: Low (CVSS 4.0 base score 1.8)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (2nd percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-208
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Description
An observable timing discrepancy in the ASP could allow a privileged attacker to perform a brute-force attack against the hash message authentication code, allowing arbitrary message input, potentially leading to a loss of data integrity.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2023-20540?
- An observable timing discrepancy in the ASP could allow a privileged attacker to perform a brute-force attack against the hash message authentication code, allowing arbitrary message input, potentially leading to a loss of data integrity.
- How severe is CVE-2023-20540?
- CVE-2023-20540 has a CVSS 4.0 base score of 1.8, rated low severity.
- Is CVE-2023-20540 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (2nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- How do I fix CVE-2023-20540?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
- When was CVE-2023-20540 published?
- CVE-2023-20540 was published on 2026-06-26.
References
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