CVE-2023-7238
CVE-2023-7238 is a high-severity vulnerability in Orthanc-server Osimis Web Viewer with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.1. 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
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.1)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (23rd percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2023-59419
- Weakness: CWE-79
- Affected product: Orthanc-server Osimis Web Viewer
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
A XSS payload can be uploaded as a DICOM study and when a user tries to view the infected study inside the Osimis WebViewer the XSS vulnerability gets triggered. If exploited, the attacker will be able to execute arbitrary JavaScript code inside the victim's browser.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2023-7238?
- A XSS payload can be uploaded as a DICOM study and when a user tries to view the infected study inside the Osimis WebViewer the XSS vulnerability gets triggered. If exploited, the attacker will be able to execute arbitrary JavaScript code inside the victim's browser.
- How severe is CVE-2023-7238?
- CVE-2023-7238 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.1, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability low.
- Is CVE-2023-7238 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (23rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2023-7238?
- CVE-2023-7238 affects Orthanc-server Osimis Web Viewer. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2023-7238?
- 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-2023-7238 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
- Yes. CVE-2023-7238 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2023-59419.
- When was CVE-2023-7238 published?
- CVE-2023-7238 was published on 2024-01-23 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:orthanc-server:osimis_web_viewer:1.4.2.0-9d9eff4:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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