How severe is CVE-2023-25519?

CVE-2023-25519 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.

Is CVE-2023-25519 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (5th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2023-25519?

CVE-2023-25519 primarily affects Nvidia Bluefield 1 Firmware. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2023-25519?

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-2023-25519 published?

CVE-2023-25519 was published on 2023-09-12 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2023-25519

CVE-2023-25519 is a high-severity vulnerability in Nvidia Bluefield 1 Firmware with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. 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-286.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (5th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-286
Affected product: Nvidia Bluefield 1 Firmware
Published: 2023-09-12
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

NVIDIA ConnectX Host Firmware for the BlueField Data Processing Unit contains a vulnerability where a restricted host may cause an incorrect user management error. A successful exploit of this vulnerability may lead to escalation of privileges.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2023-25519?: NVIDIA ConnectX Host Firmware for the BlueField Data Processing Unit contains a vulnerability where a restricted host may cause an incorrect user management error. A successful exploit of this vulnerability may lead to escalation of privileges.
How severe is CVE-2023-25519?: CVE-2023-25519 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2023-25519 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (5th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2023-25519?: CVE-2023-25519 primarily affects Nvidia Bluefield 1 Firmware. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2023-25519?: 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-2023-25519 published?: CVE-2023-25519 was published on 2023-09-12 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (4)

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cpe:2.3:o:nvidia:bluefield_2_lts_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:nvidia:bluefield_2_ga_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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