CVE-2023-21409
CVE-2023-21409 is a high-severity vulnerability in Axis License Plate Verifier with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.4. 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-755.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.4)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (43rd percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-755
- Affected product: Axis License Plate Verifier
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Due to insufficient file permissions, unprivileged users could gain access to unencrypted administrator credentials allowing the configuration of the application.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2023-21409?
- Due to insufficient file permissions, unprivileged users could gain access to unencrypted administrator credentials allowing the configuration of the application.
- How severe is CVE-2023-21409?
- CVE-2023-21409 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.4, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2023-21409 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (43rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2023-21409?
- CVE-2023-21409 affects Axis License Plate Verifier. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2023-21409?
- 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-2023-21409 published?
- CVE-2023-21409 was published on 2023-08-03 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:axis:license_plate_verifier:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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