CVE-2023-35855
CWE-120Published: June 19, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
A buffer overflow in Counter-Strike through 8684 allows a game server to execute arbitrary code on a remote client's machine by modifying the lservercfgfile console variable.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2023-35855 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.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
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Quick Facts
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2023-35855 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts