CVE-2023-42138
CVE-2023-42138 is a high-severity vulnerability in Keyence Kv Replay Viewer with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. 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-125.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (8th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-125
- Affected product: Keyence Kv Replay Viewer
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Out-of-bounds read vulnerability exists in KV STUDIO Ver. 11.62 and earlier and KV REPLAY VIEWER Ver. 2.62 and earlier. If this vulnerability is exploited, information may be disclosed or arbitrary code may be executed by having a user of KV STUDIO PLAYER open a specially crafted file.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2023-42138?
- Out-of-bounds read vulnerability exists in KV STUDIO Ver. 11.62 and earlier and KV REPLAY VIEWER Ver. 2.62 and earlier. If this vulnerability is exploited, information may be disclosed or arbitrary code may be executed by having a user of KV STUDIO PLAYER open a specially crafted file.
- How severe is CVE-2023-42138?
- CVE-2023-42138 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2023-42138 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (8th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2023-42138?
- CVE-2023-42138 primarily affects Keyence Kv Replay Viewer. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2023-42138?
- 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-2023-42138 published?
- CVE-2023-42138 was published on 2023-10-11 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (2)
- cpe:2.3:a:keyence:kv_replay_viewer:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:a:keyence:kv_studio:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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