CVE-2023-6146

CVE-2023-6146 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Qualys Private Cloud Platform with a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.7. 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-79.

Key facts

Description

A Qualys web application was found to have a stored XSS vulnerability resulting from the absence of HTML encoding in the presentation of logging information to users. This vulnerability allowed a user with login access to the application to introduce XSS payload via browser details.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2023-6146?
A Qualys web application was found to have a stored XSS vulnerability resulting from the absence of HTML encoding in the presentation of logging information to users. This vulnerability allowed a user with login access to the application to introduce XSS payload via browser details.
How severe is CVE-2023-6146?
CVE-2023-6146 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.7, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.
Is CVE-2023-6146 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (34th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2023-6146?
CVE-2023-6146 affects Qualys Private Cloud Platform. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2023-6146?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2023-6146 published?
CVE-2023-6146 was published on 2023-12-08 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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