How severe is CVE-2023-28291?

CVE-2023-28291 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-2023-28291 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (45th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2023-28291?

CVE-2023-28291 affects Microsoft Raw Image Extension. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2023-28291?

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-2023-28291 published?

CVE-2023-28291 was published on 2023-04-11 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2023-28291

CVE-2023-28291 is a high-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Raw Image Extension 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-20.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.4)
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (45th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-20
Affected product: Microsoft Raw Image Extension
Published: 2023-04-11
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Raw Image Extension Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2023-28291?: Raw Image Extension Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
How severe is CVE-2023-28291?: CVE-2023-28291 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-2023-28291 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (45th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2023-28291?: CVE-2023-28291 affects Microsoft Raw Image Extension. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2023-28291?: 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-2023-28291 published?: CVE-2023-28291 was published on 2023-04-11 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2023-28291

Affected products (1)

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