CVE-2023-34723 Path traversal in n/a

High 7.5 Published 25 Aug 2023 Updated 2 Oct 2024

Attackers can access sensitive configuration files via path traversal in TechView Wireless Gateways, exposing system details.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2023-34723?

CVE-2023-34723 is a high-severity path traversal vulnerability in n/a, published on 25 Aug 2023. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

An issue was discovered in TechView LA-5570 Wireless Gateway 1.0.19_T53, allows attackers to gain sensitive information via /config/system.conf.

Weakness: CWE-59

Which versions are affected by CVE-2023-34723?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Jaycar La5570 Firmware.

How do I fix CVE-2023-34723?

No fix has been published for CVE-2023-34723 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade, and resolve every user-supplied path against an allowed base folder before opening it. More about Path traversal.

Is CVE-2023-34723 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2023-34723 exists.

Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-q4g9-3rvv-h2x6.