How severe is CVE-2023-29498?

CVE-2023-29498 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.5, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.

Is CVE-2023-29498 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (11th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2023-29498?

CVE-2023-29498 affects Fujielectric Frenic Rhc Loader. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2023-29498?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-2023-29498 published?

CVE-2023-29498 was published on 2023-06-13 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2023-29498

CVE-2023-29498 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Fujielectric Frenic Rhc Loader with a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.5. 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-611.

Key facts

Severity: Medium (CVSS 3.x base score 5.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (11th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-611
Affected product: Fujielectric Frenic Rhc Loader
Published: 2023-06-13
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Improper restriction of XML external entity reference (XXE) vulnerability exists in FRENIC RHC Loader v1.1.0.3 and earlier. If a user opens a specially crafted project file, sensitive information on the system where the affected product is installed may be disclosed.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2023-29498?: Improper restriction of XML external entity reference (XXE) vulnerability exists in FRENIC RHC Loader v1.1.0.3 and earlier. If a user opens a specially crafted project file, sensitive information on the system where the affected product is installed may be disclosed.
How severe is CVE-2023-29498?: CVE-2023-29498 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.5, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.
Is CVE-2023-29498 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (11th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2023-29498?: CVE-2023-29498 affects Fujielectric Frenic Rhc Loader. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2023-29498?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2023-29498 published?: CVE-2023-29498 was published on 2023-06-13 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:fujielectric:frenic_rhc_loader:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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