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CVE-2023-0247: Uncontrolled Search Path Element in GitHub repository bits-and-blooms/bloom prior to 3.3.1.

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HIGH 7.8UPGRADE

CVE-2023-0247 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.8) affecting bloom. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.

Uncontrolled Search Path Element in GitHub repository bits-and-blooms/bloom prior to 3.3.1.

Why this priority

  • High severity
  • Public exploit reference

A fixed release or distro patch exists.

Risk facts

CVSS score7.8 (High)
Attack vectorLocal
Attack complexityLow
Privileges neededNone
User interactionRequired
EPSS exploit chance0.4% (top 64%)
CISA exploited listNo
WeaknessCWE-427
Published2023-01-12
Last modified2026-06-17
Publisher (CNA): huntr.dev · Vendor: bloom project

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Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score

Am I affected?

Timeline

bloom project bloom UPGRADE
Affected: < 3.3.1
Fixed in: 3.3.1
Safe to downgrade to: no unaffected older release
1. Check installed version
apt-cache policy bloom || rpm -q bloom || bloom --version
2. UPGRADE to 3.3.1 (Debian / Ubuntu)
sudo apt update && sudo apt install --only-upgrade bloom
2. UPGRADE (RHEL / Amazon Linux / Fedora)
sudo dnf upgrade bloom
Note
Distros often backport fixes without changing the version number. Confirm with the distro advisory or changelog.
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Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.

Quick answers

How do I fix CVE-2023-0247?

bloom: upgrade to 3.3.1. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Is CVE-2023-0247 being exploited?

CVE-2023-0247 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.

What does CVE-2023-0247 affect?

CVE-2023-0247 affects bloom. Severity is high (CVSS 7.8). Uncontrolled Search Path Element in GitHub repository bits-and-blooms/bloom prior to 3.3.1.

How urgent is CVE-2023-0247?

Priority 41/100. High severity; Public exploit reference

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