CVE-2023-28966
High
Description
An Incorrect Default Permissions vulnerability in Juniper Networks Junos OS Evolved allows a low-privileged local attacker with shell access to modify existing files or execute commands as root. The issue is caused by improper file and directory permissions on certain system files, allowing an attacker with access to these files and folders to inject CLI commands as root. This issue affects Juniper Networks Junos OS Evolved: All versions prior to 20.4R3-S5-EVO; 21.2 versions prior to 21.2R3-EVO; 21.3 versions prior to 21.3R2-EVO.
SeverityHigh
CVSS7.8
Exploit probability—
Product
Juniper Junos Os Evolved
PublishedApr 17, 2023
First seenApr 17, 2023
Weakness typeCWE-276CWE-276
How to fix
Update
- juniper junos_os_evolved20.4 or later
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| juniper junos_os_evolved | v < 20.4, 20.4, 21.2, 21.3 | 20.4 |
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