HIGH CISA KEV

CVE-2023-0386

CVSS v3

7.8

HIGH

EPSS Score

61.6%

exploit probability

CISA KEV

Yes

known exploited

Exploitation

SSVC status

Description

A flaw was found in the Linux kernel, where unauthorized access to the execution of the setuid file with capabilities was found in the Linux kernel’s OverlayFS subsystem in how a user copies a capable file from a nosuid mount into another mount. This uid mapping bug allows a local user to escalate their privileges on the system.

CISA Known Exploited Vulnerability

Date Added
6/17/2025
Patch Due Date
7/8/2025
Ransomware Use
Unknown

Technical details

Published
3/22/2023

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2023-0386?

A flaw was found in the Linux kernel, where unauthorized access to the execution of the setuid file with capabilities was found in the Linux kernel’s OverlayFS subsystem in how a user copies a capable file from a nosuid mount into another mount. This uid mapping bug allows a local user to escalate their privileges on the system.

Is CVE-2023-0386 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2023-0386 is on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, meaning it has been confirmed as actively exploited in the wild. CISA requires federal agencies to patch by 7/8/2025.

What is the CVSS score for CVE-2023-0386?

CVE-2023-0386 has a CVSS v3 base score of 7.8 (HIGH severity).

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