How severe is CVE-2023-32888?

CVE-2023-32888 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity none, and availability high.

Is CVE-2023-32888 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (57th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2023-32888?

CVE-2023-32888 primarily affects Mediatek Nr15. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2023-32888?

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.

Does CVE-2023-32888 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?

Yes. CVE-2023-32888 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2023-37109.

When was CVE-2023-32888 published?

CVE-2023-32888 was published on 2024-01-02 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2023-32888

CVE-2023-32888 is a high-severity vulnerability in Mediatek Nr15 with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5. 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-787.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (57th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2023-37109
Weakness: CWE-787
Affected product: Mediatek Nr15
Published: 2024-01-02
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

In Modem IMS Call UA, there is a possible out of bounds write due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to remote denial of service with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. Patch ID: MOLY01161830; Issue ID: MOLY01161830 (MSV-894).

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2023-32888?: In Modem IMS Call UA, there is a possible out of bounds write due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to remote denial of service with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. Patch ID: MOLY01161830; Issue ID: MOLY01161830 (MSV-894).
How severe is CVE-2023-32888?: CVE-2023-32888 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity none, and availability high.
Is CVE-2023-32888 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (57th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2023-32888?: CVE-2023-32888 primarily affects Mediatek Nr15. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2023-32888?: 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.
Does CVE-2023-32888 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?: Yes. CVE-2023-32888 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2023-37109.
When was CVE-2023-32888 published?: CVE-2023-32888 was published on 2024-01-02 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

https://corp.mediatek.com/product-security-bulletin/January-2024

Affected products (3)

cpe:2.3:o:mediatek:nr15:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:mediatek:nr16:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:mediatek:nr17:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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