CVE-2023-53908
High
Description
HiSecOS 04.0.01 contains a privilege escalation vulnerability that allows authenticated users to modify their access role through XML-based NETCONF configuration. Attackers can send crafted XML payloads to the /mops_data endpoint with a specific role value to elevate their user privileges to administrative level.
SeverityHigh
CVSS8.8
Exploit probability—
ProductHiSecOS
PublishedDec 17, 2025
First seenDec 17, 2025
Weakness typeCWE-269Improper privilege management
How to fix
Sources list no fixed version or patch link for this vulnerability.
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Belden HiSecOS | 04.0.01 | — |
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