CVE-2023-29975
CVE-2023-29975 is a high-severity vulnerability in Pfsense with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.2. 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-287.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.2)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (74th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-287
- Affected product: Pfsense
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
An issue discovered in Pfsense CE version 2.6.0 allows attackers to change the password of any user without verification.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2023-29975?
- An issue discovered in Pfsense CE version 2.6.0 allows attackers to change the password of any user without verification.
- How severe is CVE-2023-29975?
- CVE-2023-29975 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.2, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires high privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2023-29975 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (74th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2023-29975?
- CVE-2023-29975 affects Pfsense. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2023-29975?
- 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-2023-29975 published?
- CVE-2023-29975 was published on 2023-11-09 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:pfsense:pfsense:2.6.0:*:*:*:community:*:*:*
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