HIGH
CVE-2023-30362
CWE-125Published: June 23, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
7.5
CVSS v3.1
Official Description
Buffer Overflow vulnerability in coap_send function in libcoap library 4.3.1-103-g52cfd56 fixed in 4.3.1-120-ge242200 allows attackers to obtain sensitive information via malformed pdu.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2023-30362 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), with a CVSS base score of 7.5.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorNetwork
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges Req.None
User InteractionNone
ScopeUnchanged
Impact
ConfidentialityHigh
IntegrityNone
AvailabilityNone
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Affected Vendors & Products
libcoap1 product(s)
libcoap
Source: NVD CPE · 1 total CPE entries
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Official Patches & Advisories
All References (4)
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https://github.com/obgm/libcoap/issues/1063Exploit · Issue Tracking · Third Party Advisory
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https://github.com/obgm/libcoap/issues/1063Exploit · Issue Tracking · Third Party Advisory
Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2023-30362
CVSS Score7.5 / 10
SeverityHIGH
WeaknessCWE-125
CISA KEVNo
Affected1 vendor(s)
PublishedJun 23, 2023
Related CVEs (CWE-125)
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2023-30362 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
Data sourced from NVD (NIST), CISA KEV, and EPSS (FIRST). Analysis generated by CTIWATCH.COM. CVE data is provided under the NVD usage policy.