CVE-2023-27170
CVE-2023-27170 is a high-severity vulnerability in Xpand-it Write-back Manager with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5. 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: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.5)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (52nd percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-22
- Affected product: Xpand-it Write-back Manager
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Xpand IT Write-back manager v2.3.1 allows attackers to perform a directory traversal via modification of the siteName parameter.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2023-27170?
- Xpand IT Write-back manager v2.3.1 allows attackers to perform a directory traversal via modification of the siteName parameter.
- How severe is CVE-2023-27170?
- CVE-2023-27170 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with high attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2023-27170 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (52nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2023-27170?
- CVE-2023-27170 affects Xpand-it Write-back Manager. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2023-27170?
- 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-2023-27170 published?
- CVE-2023-27170 was published on 2023-10-26 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:xpand-it:write-back_manager:2.3.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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