How serious is CVE-2023-2533?

This vulnerability has a CVSS score of 8.8 out of 10, classified as HIGH severity. Proof-of-concept exploit code is publicly available, making this an active threat.

Is there exploit code available for CVE-2023-2533?

Yes, proof-of-concept exploit code for CVE-2023-2533 is publicly available on GitHub and security research platforms. This increases the risk of active exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2023-2533?

CVE-2023-2533 affects papercut papercut mf. Check the full CVE details for specific version information.

How do I fix CVE-2023-2533?

To remediate CVE-2023-2533, check for security patches from papercut. Apply all available updates and security patches. If no patch is available, implement recommended workarounds or security controls to mitigate the risk.

CVE-2023-2533

High

|8.8

Exploit Available

Plain English Summary

AI-powered analysis for quick understanding

An attacker can trick an admin user into clicking a malicious link, which could allow them to change security settings or run harmful code on the PaperCut system. This vulnerability only works if the admin is logged in at the time of the attack.

Technical Description

A Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) vulnerability has been identified in PaperCut NG/MF, which, under specific conditions, could potentially enable an attacker to alter security settings or execute arbitrary code. This could be exploited if the target is an admin with a current login session. Exploiting this would typically involve the possibility of deceiving an admin into clicking a specially crafted malicious link, potentially leading to unauthorized changes.

CVSS Vector Analysis

Attack VectorNetwork

Attack ComplexityLow

Privileges RequiredNone

User InteractionRequired

Confidentiality ImpactHigh

Integrity ImpactHigh

Availability ImpactHigh

ScopeUnchanged

Vector String

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Exploit Resources

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Official References

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Est. Bounty

$4,789($1K-$5K)

Vendor Response

Grade FPatched in 981 days

Quick Information

Published

Jun 20, 2023

almost 3 years ago

Last Modified

Feb 26, 2026

about 1 month ago

Vendor

papercut

Product

papercut mf