CVE-2023-2621
CVE-2023-2621 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Hitachienergy Modular Advanced Control For Hvdc with a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.5. 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-22.
Key facts
- Severity: Medium (CVSS 3.x base score 6.5)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (40th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-22
- Affected product: Hitachienergy Modular Advanced Control For Hvdc
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- Last modified:
Description
The McFeeder server (distributed as part of SSW package), is susceptible to an arbitrary file write vulnerability on the MAIN computer system. This vulnerability stems from the use of an outdated version of a third-party library, which is used to extract archives uploaded to McFeeder server. An authenticated malicious client can exploit this vulnerability by uploading a crafted ZIP archive via the network to McFeeder’s service endpoint.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2023-2621?
- The McFeeder server (distributed as part of SSW package), is susceptible to an arbitrary file write vulnerability on the MAIN computer system. This vulnerability stems from the use of an outdated version of a third-party library, which is used to extract archives uploaded to McFeeder server. An authenticated malicious client can exploit this vulnerability by uploading a crafted ZIP archive via the network to McFeeder’s service endpoint.
- How severe is CVE-2023-2621?
- CVE-2023-2621 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.5, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity high, and availability none.
- Is CVE-2023-2621 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (40th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2023-2621?
- CVE-2023-2621 affects Hitachienergy Modular Advanced Control For Hvdc. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2023-2621?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
- When was CVE-2023-2621 published?
- CVE-2023-2621 was published on 2023-11-01 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:hitachienergy:modular_advanced_control_for_hvdc:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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