Is CVE-2023-3454 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2023-3454 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2023-3454 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2023-3454 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-3454?

CVE-2023-3454 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2023-3454

CWE-78Published: April 4, 2024· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability in Brocade Fabric OS after v9.0 and before v9.2.0 could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code and use this to gain root access to the Brocade switch.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

Brocade Fabric OS contains a remote code execution vulnerability that allows an attacker to gain root access to the switch. This is a critical security risk that could result in total control over the network infrastructure.

The vulnerability is remotely exploitable, but there is no public exploit circulating and it is not in the CISA KEV.

Recommended Action

Upgrade the Brocade Fabric OS to a version beyond 9.2.0 to mitigate the risk.

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-2023-3454 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), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.8.