CVE-2023-6562
CVE-2023-6562 is a high-severity vulnerability in Kakadusoftware Kakadu Sdk 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-434.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.5)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (50th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-434
- Affected product: Kakadusoftware Kakadu Sdk
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- Last modified:
Description
JPX Fragment List (flst) box vulnerability in Kakadu 7.9 allows an attacker to exfiltrate local and remote files reachable by a server if the server allows the attacker to upload a specially-crafted the image that is displayed back to the attacker.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2023-6562?
- JPX Fragment List (flst) box vulnerability in Kakadu 7.9 allows an attacker to exfiltrate local and remote files reachable by a server if the server allows the attacker to upload a specially-crafted the image that is displayed back to the attacker.
- How severe is CVE-2023-6562?
- CVE-2023-6562 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 high, integrity none, and availability none.
- Is CVE-2023-6562 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (50th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2023-6562?
- CVE-2023-6562 affects Kakadusoftware Kakadu Sdk. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2023-6562?
- 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-2023-6562 published?
- CVE-2023-6562 was published on 2023-12-20 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:kakadusoftware:kakadu_sdk:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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