CVE-2023-27246
CVE-2023-27246 is a high-severity vulnerability in Mk-auth with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8. 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-434.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.8)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (52nd percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-434
- Affected product: Mk-auth
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
An arbitrary file upload vulnerability in the Virtual Disk of MK-Auth 23.01K4.9 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via uploading a crafted .htaccess file.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2023-27246?
- An arbitrary file upload vulnerability in the Virtual Disk of MK-Auth 23.01K4.9 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via uploading a crafted .htaccess file.
- How severe is CVE-2023-27246?
- CVE-2023-27246 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2023-27246 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-2023-27246?
- CVE-2023-27246 affects Mk-auth. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2023-27246?
- 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-2023-27246 published?
- CVE-2023-27246 was published on 2023-03-28 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:mk-auth:mk-auth:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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