Is CVE-2023-23376 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2023-23376 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, which means exploitation in the wild has been confirmed.

Can CVE-2023-23376 be exploited remotely?

The attack vector of CVE-2023-23376 has not been classified yet.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-23376?

CVE-2023-23376 has not received a CVSS score yet.

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CVE-2023-23376

Published: February 14, 2023

EPSS:21.06%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:95.5th

Official Description

Microsoft Windows Common Log File System (CLFS) driver contains an unspecified vulnerability that allows for privilege escalation.

NVD Source

CISA KEV Advisory

Microsoft Windows Common Log File System (CLFS) Driver Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

Microsoft Windows Common Log File System (CLFS) driver contains an unspecified vulnerability that allows for privilege escalation.

Added to KEV: 2023-02-14Federal patch deadline: 2023-03-07⚠ USED IN RANSOMWARE CAMPAIGNS

Required Action (CISA)

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Risk Analysis

An unspecified vulnerability in the Microsoft Windows Common Log File System (CLFS) driver allows for privilege escalation. The high EPSS score of 0.21059 indicates a significant likelihood of exploitation, making this a critical concern. Its inclusion in CISA's KEV further confirms active exploitation.

This vulnerability has been actively exploited in the wild, and its presence in CISA's KEV confirms its use by threat actors. The nature of the vulnerability suggests a local exploitation vector.

Recommended Action

Apply the latest security updates from Microsoft to patch the Windows Common Log File System (CLFS) driver. Regularly update and patch all Windows systems to prevent privilege escalation.

Generated by the CTIWATCH analysis pipeline from this CVE's metadata (CVSS, EPSS, KEV status, exploit intelligence). Verify against vendor advisories before acting.

Technical Analysis

CVE-2023-23376 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.

Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.

CISA has added CVE-2023-23376 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.