CVE-2023-28899
CVE-2023-28899 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Skoda-auto Superb 3 Firmware with a CVSS 3.x base score of 4.7. 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-770.
Key facts
- Severity: Medium (CVSS 3.x base score 4.7)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (4th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2023-32519
- Weakness: CWE-770
- Affected product: Skoda-auto Superb 3 Firmware
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
By sending a specific reset UDS request via OBDII port of Skoda vehicles, it is possible to cause vehicle engine shutdown and denial of service of other vehicle components even when the vehicle is moving at a high speed. No safety critical functions affected.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2023-28899?
- By sending a specific reset UDS request via OBDII port of Skoda vehicles, it is possible to cause vehicle engine shutdown and denial of service of other vehicle components even when the vehicle is moving at a high speed. No safety critical functions affected.
- How severe is CVE-2023-28899?
- CVE-2023-28899 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 4.7, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over local access with high attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity none, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2023-28899 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (4th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2023-28899?
- CVE-2023-28899 affects Skoda-auto Superb 3 Firmware. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2023-28899?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
- Does CVE-2023-28899 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
- Yes. CVE-2023-28899 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2023-32519.
- When was CVE-2023-28899 published?
- CVE-2023-28899 was published on 2024-01-12 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:o:skoda-auto:superb_3_firmware:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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