CVE-2023-42130
CVE-2023-42130 is a high-severity vulnerability in A10networks Advanced Core Operating System with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8. 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-22.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.8)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (79th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2023-46589
- Weakness: CWE-22
- Affected product: A10networks Advanced Core Operating System
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
A10 Thunder ADC FileMgmtExport Directory Traversal Arbitrary File Read and Deletion Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to read and delete arbitrary files on affected installations of A10 Thunder ADC. Authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the FileMgmtExport class. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of a user-supplied path prior to using it in file operations. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to read and delete files in the context of the service account. . Was ZDI-CAN-17905.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2023-42130?
- A10 Thunder ADC FileMgmtExport Directory Traversal Arbitrary File Read and Deletion Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to read and delete arbitrary files on affected installations of A10 Thunder ADC. Authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the FileMgmtExport class. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of a user-supplied path prior to using it in file operations. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to read and delete files in the context of the service account. . Was ZDI-CAN-17905.
- How severe is CVE-2023-42130?
- CVE-2023-42130 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2023-42130 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (79th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2023-42130?
- CVE-2023-42130 primarily affects A10networks Advanced Core Operating System. In total, 27 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2023-42130?
- 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-2023-42130 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
- Yes. CVE-2023-42130 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2023-46589.
- When was CVE-2023-42130 published?
- CVE-2023-42130 was published on 2024-05-03 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
- https://support.a10networks.com/support/security_advisory/a10-acos-file-access-vulnerability/
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-23-1496/
Affected products (27)
- cpe:2.3:o:a10networks:advanced_core_operating_system:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:a10networks:advanced_core_operating_system:4.1.4:-:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:a10networks:advanced_core_operating_system:4.1.4:gr1:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:a10networks:advanced_core_operating_system:4.1.4:gr1-p1:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:a10networks:advanced_core_operating_system:4.1.4:gr1-p10:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:a10networks:advanced_core_operating_system:4.1.4:gr1-p11:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:a10networks:advanced_core_operating_system:4.1.4:gr1-p12:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:a10networks:advanced_core_operating_system:4.1.4:gr1-p13:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:a10networks:advanced_core_operating_system:4.1.4:gr1-p14:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:a10networks:advanced_core_operating_system:4.1.4:gr1-p2:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:a10networks:advanced_core_operating_system:4.1.4:gr1-p3:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:a10networks:advanced_core_operating_system:4.1.4:gr1-p4:sp1:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:a10networks:advanced_core_operating_system:4.1.4:gr1-p5:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:a10networks:advanced_core_operating_system:4.1.4:gr1-p6:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:a10networks:advanced_core_operating_system:4.1.4:gr1-p7:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:a10networks:advanced_core_operating_system:4.1.4:gr1-p8:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:a10networks:advanced_core_operating_system:4.1.4:gr1-p9:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:a10networks:advanced_core_operating_system:5.2.1:-:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:a10networks:advanced_core_operating_system:5.2.1:p1:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:a10networks:advanced_core_operating_system:5.2.1:p2:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:a10networks:advanced_core_operating_system:5.2.1:p3:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:a10networks:advanced_core_operating_system:5.2.1:p4:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:a10networks:advanced_core_operating_system:5.2.1:p5:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:a10networks:advanced_core_operating_system:5.2.1:p6:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:a10networks:advanced_core_operating_system:5.2.1:p7:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:a10networks:advanced_core_operating_system:5.2.1:p8:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:a10networks:advanced_core_operating_system:5.2.1:p9:*:*:*:*:*:*
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